Michael Pedersen (footballer)

Michael Pedersen (born 11 June 1963) is a Danish football manager and former footballer who manages Ringköbing IF.

Michael Pedersen
Personal information
Date of birth (1963-06-11) 11 June 1963 (age 61)
Place of birth Denmark
Position(s) Striker
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1982–1985 Esbjerg
1986–1987 Osasuna 18 (1)
1988–1989 Esbjerg fB
1989–1991 Ikast FC
1992–1997 Esbjerg fB
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

Early life

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Pedersen is nicknamed "Mex".[1]

Career

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Pedersen started his career with Danish side Esbjerg, where he became the club's all-time top scorer.[2] He was described as a "club legend".[3] While playing football in Denmark, he also worked in advertising.[4] In 1986, he signed for Spanish La Liga side Osasuna, becoming the first foreign player to sign for the club.[5] He was regarded to not have performed well for them.[6]

Style of play

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Pedersen mainly operated as a striker and was known for his shooting ability in Denmark.[7]

Managerial career

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After retiring from professional football, Pedersen worked as a youth manager, where he managed players including Denmark international Martin Braithwaite.[8] In 2015, he was appointed manager of Danish side Esbjerg.[9]

Personal life

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Pedersen could speak German, English, and Danish.[10]

References

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  1. ^ "Michael Pedersen ved ikke, hvordan Esbjerg-spillerne vil reagere, når han igen bliver assistent i klubben". ekstrabladet.dk.
  2. ^ "Michael Pedersen - Ekstra Bladet article".
  3. ^ "Michael 'Mex' Pedersen: Jeg er færdig I Esbjerg". fodbold-transfers.dk.
  4. ^ "Pedersen, primer fichaje extranjero en la historia de Osasuna". elpais.com (Archived).
  5. ^ "Michael Pedersen - Notices de Navarra article".
  6. ^ "Pedersen, el danés que abrió las puertas del Sadar". tonicruzprensa.com.
  7. ^ "Pedersen se perdió en Belagua". diariodenavarra.es.
  8. ^ "La increíble anécdota de Michael Pedersen". okdiario.com.
  9. ^ "Michael Pedersen - Tipsbladet article".
  10. ^ "Pedersen, el fin de una larga tradición". noticiasdenavarra.com.