Derrick is new TD at Gokulam Kerala
Panaji:
Gokulam Kerala have appointed Derrick Pereira as the club's new technical director.
Derrick brings with him decades of experience as a player, coach, and technical expert. Most recently, he served as the technical director at
FC Goa
, where he played a pivotal role in developing youth talent and strengthening the club's footballing structure.
'I am honoured and thrilled to join Gokulam Kerala, a club with ambitious goals and passionate fans, which makes this opportunity all the more special,' said Derrick, who holds the AFC 'Pro' Coaching Diploma. 'I look forward to working closely with the players, coaching staff, and management to establish a sustainable football culture and help propel the club toward even greater success.'
Derrick's coaching career includes leading some of India's known football clubs such as Mahindra United, Pune FC, Salgaocar SC, and DSK Shivajians, with notable achievements like winning the National Football League (2005–06), Durand Cup titles with Mahindra United and Salgaocar, and reaching the AFC Cup quarterfinals in 2007.
He also coached the India under-23 men's team in 2019–2020.
As a player, having represented national team from 1984 to 1991 in tournaments like the Asian Cup and World Cup Qualifiers, he captained Salgaocar to major trophies. Derrick won the Santosh Trophy with Goa in 1984.
Gokulam Kerala are among the most ambitious clubs in the second-tier of Indian football and have won the I-League twice in the past. The club also has a successful women's football team.
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