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
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

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
  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.
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