Jørn Andersen Named Myanmar Coach

Jørn Andersen (63) expressed excitement about his new position in Myanmar, where he will lead the national team amid ongoing civil conflict. The Norwegian, who previously coached North Korea and Hong Kong national teams, takes over his first position since leaving Chinese club Yunnan Yukun in 2025. catcross.org

The appointment comes despite Myanmar's challenging situation since the military took power in 2021, with over 100,000 people killed in the ensuing civil war according to conflict observers Acled.