“It’s already won two trophies alongside the best fans in the league.
A-League champions Auckland FC have announced the appointment of Pedro Moreira as their head coach. Photo / Auckland FC
“Being able to bring more success here and to continue to develop these exciting young players is something I’m really looking forward to.”
He will take charge of his first game on August 26, against Saudi Arabian club Al-Ahli in the 2026 Fifa Intercontinental Cup.
His backroom staff include Luke Casserly as assistant coach, Rafael Moreira as head analyst, Nathan Sherlock as head of performance and Danny Milosevic as goalkeeping coach.
Club owner Bill Foley said Moreira stood out from other candidates.
“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.
“He’s got a wealth of experience, 15 years at a senior level in Europe, 10 years in youth development roles.
“Pedro is the guy to keep this team right at the top of the A-League and bring more silverware to the city.”
Moreira takes over from Australian Steve Corica, the Black Knights’ first coach, who left in mid-June after two years in the position.
Corica won two major trophies during his tenure, the 2024-25 Premiers and 2025-26 Championship. He is now the coach at Yokohama F. Marinos in Japan’s J-League.