{"id":258380,"date":"2026-08-18T02:25:00","date_gmt":"2026-08-18T02:25:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sports.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/08\/18\/a-league-bombshell-as-longest-serving-coach-exits-club-on-eve-of-new-season\/"},"modified":"2026-08-18T02:25:00","modified_gmt":"2026-08-18T02:25:00","slug":"a-league-bombshell-as-longest-serving-coach-exits-club-on-eve-of-new-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sports.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/08\/18\/a-league-bombshell-as-longest-serving-coach-exits-club-on-eve-of-new-season\/","title":{"rendered":"A-League bombshell as longest-serving coach exits club on eve of new season"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Macarthur FC has been rocked by a major coaching change on the eve of the new A-League season, with long-time head coach Mile Sterjovski departing the club by mutual agreement.<\/p>\n

The Bulls confirmed on Tuesday morning that Sterjovski\u2019s contract had been mutually terminated ahead of the 2026\/27 campaign, bringing an end to his six-year association with the club.<\/p>\n

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Sterjovski had been part of Macarthur since its formative years, initially joining as head coach of the Bulls FC Academy Men\u2019s team before taking charge of the A-League side during the 2022\/23 season.<\/p>\n

He went on to oversee 120 matches across all competitions, including the A-League, Australia Cup, AFC Cup and AFC Champions League Two.<\/p>\n

The highlight came during the 2023\/24 season when Sterjovski guided Macarthur to Australia Cup glory, defeating Melbourne Victory at AAMI Park to secure the Bulls\u2019 second title in the competition.<\/p>\n

\u201cMile has been an integral part of the Bulls since the club\u2019s formative years,\u201d Macarthur said in a statement.<\/p>\n

\u201cHaving been with the club since the beginning, Mile has made a lasting contribution to the culture and identity of Macarthur Bulls FC.<\/p>\n

\u201cHis commitment to developing young players and strengthening the pathway from the Academy to the A-League will continue to influence the club for years to come.\u201d<\/p>\n

Sterjovski\u2019s influence extended beyond the senior team, having played a significant role in developing Macarthur\u2019s pathway during his time with the academy.<\/p>\n

The club highlighted Oliver Jones and Jed Drew among the young players who progressed through the system before making their mark at A-League level.<\/p>\n

\u201cHis work was instrumental in strengthening the Bulls FC Academy as a pathway to the A-Leagues, providing aspiring players with a clear pathway and an opportunity to progress into professional football,\u201d the club said.<\/p>\n

Macarthur thanked the former Socceroo for his \u201chard work, dedication and contribution\u201d throughout his time with the Bulls and wished him well for the next stage of his career.<\/p>\n

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Attention will now quickly turn to who replaces Sterjovski, with Macarthur indicating an appointment could be imminent.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe club is hopeful of appointing a new Head Coach in the coming days and will make no further comment on the matter until such an appointment has been made,\u201d the statement read.<\/p>\n

Sterjovski\u2019s departure leaves the Bulls searching for a new leader just weeks out from the 2026\/27 A-League season and brings an abrupt end to one of the club\u2019s longest-standing relationships.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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