Odisha FC sign Gerald Peyton as assistant coach


Odisha FC sign Gerald Peyton as assistant coach

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Odisha FC sign Gerald Peyton as new Assistant coach |

Odisha FC have announced that Gerald Peyton will join the side as assistant coach. Gerald has played for sides such as West Ham United, Chelsea, Fulham, and Everton. He was also in the coaching team at Arsenal and Fulham.

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I am thrilled to have someone of coach Garry’s calibre helping us out this year. His 15 years of experience at Arsenal will give a great lift to the boys, particularly goalkeepers. He is someone who can help us achieve excellence on and off the pitch,” the club’s president Rohan Sharma’s official statement stated.

On the appointment, Gerald said, I am looking forward to working in India with my friend and colleague Stuart Baxter along with all the staff and players. Together we aim to build a successful project at Odisha FC that will leave a legacy for all of Odisha for years to come.”

Before signing with Odisha, Gerald was the assistant manager at Japanese club Shimizu S-Pulse. The upcoming season is the 7th season of Hero Indian Super League.

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