Sweden’s Mellberg Fired as Coach of MLS St Louis City
The Swedish coach of Major League Soccer (MLS) side St Louis City, Bob Bradley’s former assistant, has parted ways with the club, according to a report from Citizen Tribune.
Olof Mellberg, a former Sweden international, was appointed as the head coach of St Louis City in 2022. However, his tenure at the club has come to an end after just one season. As per the report from Citizen Tribune, Mellberg was let go by the club due to reasons that have not been disclosed.
Mellberg had a distinguished playing career, representing Sweden at the European Championship and World Cup. He also played for clubs like IFK Göteborg, AS Monaco, and Queens Park Rangers. After retiring from football, he transitioned into management, and his appointment as St Louis City coach was seen as a significant coup for the MLS side.
The decision to part ways with Mellberg comes as a surprise to many, given his impressive credentials. However, Citizen Tribune reports that the club has decided to move in a different direction. The report quotes a statement from St Louis City, which reads: "We appreciate Olof’s contributions to our club and wish him all the best in his future endeavors."
Mellberg’s departure leaves St Louis City with a coaching vacancy, and the club will be looking to appoint a new manager ahead of the upcoming season. The team had a decent first season in the MLS, and the fans will be hoping that the club can build on that momentum.
According to Citizen Tribune, Mellberg’s assistant coach will take over as interim manager until a permanent replacement is found. The club will be looking to make a strong appointment to lead the team forward.
The news of Mellberg’s departure will come as a disappointment to the fans of St Louis City, who had high hopes for the team under his leadership. However, the club will be looking to move forward and make a strong push for success in the upcoming season.
In related news, Citizen Tribune reports that the club is expected to make a number of signings in the coming weeks as they look to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season. With a new manager at the helm, the team will be looking to make a strong impact in the MLS.
Overall, Mellberg’s departure from St Louis City marks the end of an era for the Swedish coach, who had a tough time in charge of the MLS side. However, Citizen Tribune reports that the club is moving forward, and fans will be eagerly anticipating the appointment of a new manager and the team’s performance in the upcoming season.
