Michael McDermott, a former assistant coach to Carlos Queiroz with Iran and Qatar, has been announced as the new Cobh Ramblers boss.
McDermott brings expertise from high levels of the game, including the FIFA World Cup and Asian Champions League.
He held coaching positions at the likes of Al Ain FC and Al Nasr FC in Abu Dhabi as well Esteghlal FC of Iran.
McDermott assisted Queiroz with Iran at the 2018 World Cup before briefly linking up with him again in the the middle of 2023 with Qatar.
The Belfast man's career spans multiple continents, although he had one role closer to home as manager Glentoran where he won an Irish Cup in 2020.
Cobh Ramblers FC is delighted to announce the appointment of Michael McDermott as the club's new Head Coach. 🟪🟦
— Cobh Ramblers FC (@CobhRamblersFC) December 4, 2024
Michael McDermott "From my first interactions with the club and community, I sensed something special. I look forward to building a talented squad that will make… pic.twitter.com/2WeI6jdCft
McDermott said: "From my first interactions with the club and community, I sensed something special. I look forward to building a talented squad that will make the town proud and achieving memorable milestones for the Cobh community.
"I'm excited to work alongside a fantastic ownership group, a committed board, and the dedicated players and staff combined with the volunteers who make this club so unique."
Cobh chairman Bill O’Leary said experience was the trait the club were seeking: "Michael’s appointment reflects our ambition to bring world-class knowledge to our club. His track record at international and club levels speaks for itself, and we are confident his expertise will elevate Cobh Ramblers."
Wanderers finished in eighth spot in this year's First Division, seven points off the play-off.
