Michael Pedersen (footballer)
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 11 June 1963 | ||
| 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 | |||
Michael Pedersen (born 11 June 1963) is a Danish football manager and former footballer who manages Ringköbing IF.
Early life
Pedersen is nicknamed "Mex".[1]
Career
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
Pedersen mainly operated as a striker and was known for his shooting ability in Denmark.[7]
Managerial career
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
Pedersen could speak German, English, and Danish.[10]
References
- ^ "Michael Pedersen ved ikke, hvordan Esbjerg-spillerne vil reagere, når han igen bliver assistent i klubben". ekstrabladet.dk.
- ^ "Michael Pedersen - Ekstra Bladet article".
- ^ "Michael 'Mex' Pedersen: Jeg er færdig I Esbjerg". fodbold-transfers.dk.
- ^ "Pedersen, primer fichaje extranjero en la historia de Osasuna". elpais.com (Archived).
- ^ "Michael Pedersen - Notices de Navarra article".
- ^ "Pedersen, el danés que abrió las puertas del Sadar". tonicruzprensa.com.
- ^ "Pedersen se perdió en Belagua". diariodenavarra.es.
- ^ "La increíble anécdota de Michael Pedersen". okdiario.com.
- ^ "Michael Pedersen - Tipsbladet article".
- ^ "Pedersen, el fin de una larga tradición". noticiasdenavarra.com.