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Myanmar appoints Jorn Andersen as new national team coach

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 8:41 AM

Last updated Jul 9, 2026

Myanmar appoints Jorn Andersen as new national team coach

Summary

Myanmar has appointed Jorn Andersen, a former coach of North Korea, as the head coach of its men's national football team. The announcement was made by the country's football federation on July 9, 2026. Andersen, who signed a two-year contract, brings extensive international coaching experience, having led North Korea to eight victories in 14 matches and qualifications for the 2019 Asian Cup. He also had success with Hong Kong, taking them to their first Asian Cup finals in over 50 years. Andersen succeeds Myo Hlaing Win, who had been coaching the team since 2024.

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By the Numbers

•Andersen signed a two-year contract on July 8, 2026.
•He previously coached North Korea and Hong Kong's national teams.
•Myanmar's national team has faced difficulties since the 2021 military coup.
•The federation highlights Andersen's understanding of Asian football.

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8:41 AMYahoo Sports — Myanmar names Norwegian Andersen as head of national team

What they're saying

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Myanmar has appointed former North Korea coach Jorn Andersen to lead its men's national football team, the country's football federation said on Thursday.The football federation said it appointed Andersen "in recognition of his extensive international coaching experience, strong understanding of Asian football and proven ability to build competitive teams".
— Yahoo Sports

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