Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Melbourne Victory hires Giovanni Savarese as head coach.

6/18/2026

28 4 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

Melbourne Victory appointed Giovanni Savarese as head coach on a two-year contract through the 2027/28 season.
The club said his international experience, including three NASL titles with New York Cosmos and two MLS Cup finals with Portland Timbers, matches Victory’s vision.
Savarese will arrive in Melbourne in the second week of July after World Cup commentary duties, with his first match the Australia Cup Round of 32.

1 of 1

Story summary

Melbourne Victory appointed Giovanni Savarese as head coach on a two-year contract through the 2027/28 season.
The club said his international experience, including three NASL titles with New York Cosmos and two MLS Cup finals with Portland Timbers, matches Victory’s vision.
Savarese will arrive in Melbourne in the second week of July after World Cup commentary duties, with his first match the Australia Cup Round of 32.