Miguel Ángel Ramírez Appointed as Malmö FF's New Head Coach

Malmö FF has officially appointed Miguel Ángel Ramírez as their new head coach, marking the beginning of a fresh chapter for the Swedish football club. This announcement follows the dismissal of Henrik Rydström, who led the team for over two seasons and secured two Swedish championships and a cup title.

Ramírez, 41, is a Spanish coach with a diverse background, having managed teams across Spain, Ecuador, and Major League Soccer in the United States. His previous roles include head coach positions at Independiente in Ecuador, Charlotte FC in MLS, and Sporting Gijon, as well as academy coaching at Las Palmas. Sporting director Daniel Andersson praised Ramírez as a charismatic and knowledgeable leader capable of adapting strategies and fostering growth within the team.

Known as “the best coach you’ve never heard of,” Ramírez’s coaching style has been likened to that of Pep Guardiola, emphasizing attractive and effective football. Despite some concerns over his past performance statistics, which some experts consider "directly weak," he has demonstrated his capability by achieving a title that surprised many across the football community.

Following Rydström’s departure in late September, Anes Mravac served as interim coach but is expected to leave Malmö FF soon to join Middlesbrough’s coaching staff. Ramírez expressed pride in his new role and emphasized the importance of collaboration between players, staff, and supporters to rebuild Malmö’s success, with a vision focused on winning titles while developing talent.

The official announcement was anticipated during a press conference held on December 2, 2025, at 14:00, signaling Malmö FF’s commitment to elevating the club's competitive edge under new leadership.