Ashvir Singh Johal: Breaking Barriers as Morecambe FC's New Manager

Ashvir Singh Johal becomes the first British Sikh manager of a professional English football club, taking charge of Morecambe FC. With a decade-long career at Leicester City and UEFA Pro Licence, Johal aims to lead Morecambe FC to success in the National League, marking a new era under Panjab Warriors' ownership.


Devdiscourse News Desk | London | Updated: 19-08-2025 19:15 IST | Created: 19-08-2025 19:15 IST
Ashvir Singh Johal: Breaking Barriers as Morecambe FC's New Manager
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In a historic move, Ashvir Singh Johal has become the first British Sikh manager of a professional English football club, taking the helm at Morecambe FC in Lancashire.

With a strong background from Leicester City and having acquired a UEFA Pro Licence at a young age, Johal is seen as a promising new leader.

His appointment comes as Morecambe FC looks to rise in the National League, backed by the consortium Panjab Warriors, committed to diversity, stability, and community engagement in English football.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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