St Louis City hires Olof Mellberg as new head coach

St Louis City have tied down their newest manager as the club announced the appointment of former Aston Villa and Sweden defender Olof Mellberg.

The Swede will replace Bradley Carnell, who was fired in July after a disappointing start to the 2024 MLS season.

Mellberg is currently the coach of Swedish side Mellber IF Brommapojkarna, but with his contract expiring on December 1, he will join St Louis before the end of 2024.

“I am excited to join St Louis as the head coach,” said Mellberg. “It’s a great opportunity here because of the great infrastructure and the direction that the organization has taken.

“I can’t wait to build on the foundation already set here and the massive fan support that gives this team the energy to succeed.”

Although they missed the MLS Cup playoffs, St. Louis City some positivity heading into the 2025 campaign after outstanding performances from summer signings Simon Becher, Marcel Hartel and Cedric Teuchert.

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