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| Full name | Malappuram Football Club | ||
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| Short name | MFC | ||
| Founded | May 2024 | ||
| Ground | Malappuram District Sports Complex Stadium, Payyanad, Manjeri | ||
| Capacity | 30,000 | ||
| Owner | Veliyath Ajmal Anvar Ameen Chelat Sanju Samson | ||
| Head coach | Vacant | ||
| League | Super League Kerala | ||
| Website | [<span%20class="url"> | ||
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Malappuram Football Club is an Indian professional football club based in Malappuram, Kerala, competing in the Super League Kerala. The club was founded in May 2024.[1][2]
Stadium[edit | edit source]
Malappuram FC plays their home matches at the Malappuram District Sports Complex Stadium in the city of Manjeri.
Club performance[edit | edit source]
Season 1 (2024)[edit | edit source]
Malappuram entered the competition with significant expectations and the unwavering backing of one of the most passionate football fan bases in the state. Under the management of former Aston Villa and Chennaiyin FC coach John Gregory,[3] the club assembled a star-studded squad that combined experienced Indian names with proven foreigners. The most notable domestic signing was Anas Edathodika, the former India international. The foreign contingent featured Sérgio Barboza, who had previous I-League experience, along with Joseba Beitia and Pedro Manzi, both with successful stints in Indian football.
Malappuram began their campaign with a win over Forca Kochi FC.[4] However, the team’s form dipped, as defensive lapses and finishing woes led to dropped points. Their two victories of the season came in away fixtures, against Forca Kochi and Thrissur Magic FC.[5] By the end of the league stage, Malappuram finished fifth among six teams, with a record of two wins, four draws, and four losses, thereby failing to qualify for the semifinals.
Season 2 (2025)[edit | edit source]
After a dismal outing in the inaugural season of the Super League Kerala, Malappuram FC management undertook a sweeping rebuild. The club appointed Miguel Corral as the new head coach, signalling a shift toward a more modern, possession-oriented approach.[6] Roy Krishna joined the attack, adding proven goal-scoring pedigree.[7] They secured Gani Nigam, one of the standout midfielders of the previous edition. The defence was strengthened by the arrival of Abdul Hakku.[8]
Supporters[edit | edit source]
Ultras Malappuram are the official supporters' group of Malappuram FC in the Super League Kerala. The group is associated with fan activities such as tifo displays, chants, and coordinated drumming during matches. The supporters are part of the football culture of Malappuram district.
Players[edit | edit source]
First-team squad (2025)[edit | edit source]
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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Personnel[edit | edit source]
- As of August 2025
Current technical staff[edit | edit source]
| Role | Name |
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| Head coach | Vacant |
| Assistant coach |  Cleofas Alex
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| Goalkeeping coach | Felix D'Souza
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| Strength and conditioning coach | Joshua
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| Physio | Vismaya Venugopal
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| Team Manager | Seyed Muhammad Rafi
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| Kit Manager | Nidheesh Mohan
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Management[edit | edit source]
| Position | Name |
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| Chief operating officer | Arun K. Nanu
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| Head of football operations | Wilbur Lasrado
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Kit manufacturers and shirt sponsors[edit | edit source]
| Period | Kit manufacturer | Shirt sponsor | Back sponsor | Chest sponsor | Sleeve sponsor |
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| 2024 | Hummel | Impex[9] | – | ||
| 2025 | Rapheal Film City[10] | ||||
See also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "Super League Kerala: Franchisees of inaugural edition announced". Deccan Herald. 12 May 2024. Retrieved 28 June 2024.
- ↑ "Mahesh Bhupathi, Travancore princess and former Benfica player among franchise owners in Super League Kerala". The Hindu. 10 May 2024. Retrieved 28 June 2024.
- ↑ "ISL-winning coach to train Malappuram FC". The Times of India. 2024-07-21. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-10-05.
- ↑ S, Sarath R. (2024-09-07). "Super League Kerala: Malappuram FC Drubs Forca Kochi In The Opener". Retrieved 2025-10-05.
- ↑ "Malappuram FC triumph over Magic Thrissur FC in Super League Kerala". www.the-aiff.com. Retrieved 2025-10-05.
- ↑ Sportstar, Team (2025-10-02). "Super League Kerala season 2: All you need to know — Teams, venues, format, live streaming info". Sportstar. Retrieved 2025-10-04.
- ↑ "Super League Kerala side Malappuram FC sign ISL's popular hitman Roy Krishna". Super League Kerala side Malappuram FC sign ISL’s popular hitman Roy Krishna. Retrieved 2025-10-04.
- ↑ Athletic-India (2025-10-03). "Roy Krishna Delivers, Malappuram Ultras Dance as Thrissur Fall 1–0". Retrieved 2025-10-04.
- ↑ "Honorable Managing Director, Mr. Nuvais C., is receiving a memento as". Impex Webstore. Retrieved 2025-11-14.
- ↑ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2025-11-14.
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