In a significant move ahead of the second edition of the Super League Kerala (SLK), Malappuram FC has appointed Spanish tactician Miguel Corral as its new head coach. Corral will take the helm from the English veteran John Gregory, who managed the team during its inaugural season.
This appointment signals a clear shift in the club’s strategy and playing philosophy. After relying on the defensive experience of John Gregory in the first season, the management has now opted for a Spanish coaching approach, widely known for its emphasis on attacking, possession-based football.
The decision reflects the club’s ambition to build upon its first-season performance with a fresh tactical direction. Fans are now eagerly anticipating a new style of play under Corral’s leadership, hoping his modern strategies will guide Malappuram FC to the championship title in the upcoming 2025 season.