Auckland FC name replacement for title-winning coach
Auckland FC has appointed Portuguese manager Pedro Moreira as their new head coach following the departure of Steve Corica. Moreira brings extensive international experience from leagues in Europe and Uzbekistan.
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The appointment of a new coach is a critical development for the professional sports club's future performance and strategic direction.
<p>Auckland FC has ended its search for a new manager, appointing Pedro Moreira as head coach for its upcoming A-League season. </p> <p>The Portuguese manager will replace championship-winning coach Steve Corica, <a href="https://www.1news.co.nz/2026/06/19/auckland-fcs-title-winning-coach-steve-corica-leaves-club/" target="_blank">who quit in June</a> to take up a job with Yokohama F. Marinos in Japan's J-League.</p> <p>Moreira's appointment ends a month-long international search to find a new head coach for the A-League champions. </p> <p>“Off the back of the club’s successful first two seasons, we wanted to maintain that momentum and appoint someone who would come into the league and be a step above the rest. We believe Moriera is that person," chairman and majority owner Bill Foley said. </p> <p>Director of football Terry McFlynn said the club had "a lot of confidence" in Moreira. </p> <p>He said Moreira's vision was to focus on youth and develop player pathways.
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