Our New Manager

[Orinoco]

It was always going to get the reaction of, who? 

Need to trust the boards methods in reaching their decision.

So, Welcome Alfie! Best of luck and all that...

 

[weeyin]

30 minutes ago, bobbybingo said:

Alfred Johansson, according to Graeme McGarry.

He's like one of those people who "works out" the twist in The Usual Suspects right at the end.

[mio]

Frantically googling Alfie’s history. 

Rosenberg are a big club, let’s hope he’s another Jens and maybe snag a couple of good prospects from over there too.
 

[Stuwell2]

Like our last two managers it’s a case of who?, what’s he done? might no be a bad choice, like the cut of his jib, let’s hope it works out. 
All in happy to trust the board and give him a chance. 
welcome aboard the rollercoaster Alfred. 

[mio]

His English is even more impressive than Jens. Flawless.

[Happyhonest]

Anyone know Norwegian? Seems to be a leaving interview.  

the comments are telling I think can translate those to English.  Suggests he’s a good guy who saved the team from bankruptcy.  
 

 

 

 

 

 

[grizzlyg]

New manager is Alfie..........what's that all about? 🤪🤪

Welcome to the Well Alfie and hopefully you can continue the great work Jens done.   

[hmlarsson]

25 minutes ago, Happyhonest said:

Anyone know Norwegian? Seems to be a leaving interview.  

the comments are telling I think can translate those to English.  Suggests he’s a good guy who saved the team from bankruptcy.  
 

 

 

 

 

 

As a Swede, I understand most Norwegian, but I still took the easy way out and had ChatGPT summarize the interview. And you're right—the comments section seems full of people who were very happy with him.

Summary:

Alfred Johansson explains that he feels sadness and disappointment that his time with Rosenborg has come to an end, as he greatly enjoyed his time at the club and built strong relationships with players, staff, and colleagues. At the same time, he expresses deep gratitude for his experience there and the memories that were created.

Reflecting on his two and a half years at Rosenborg, Johansson highlights that the first 18 months were characterized by development, positive performances, and results moving in the right direction. The final year, however, was more challenging, with results falling short of expectations. Despite this, he remains proud of the work that was done and what the team managed to achieve during his tenure.

Johansson particularly emphasizes the club's long-term development. He explains that Rosenborg had a clear strategy when he arrived and that the management and coaching staff worked purposefully to create stability. He is proud to have contributed to the development of several young talents who later moved abroad or established themselves in the first team.

He also speaks warmly about the supporters, describing their backing as something he will never forget. Despite the high expectations, he experienced tremendous encouragement, passion, and support from the fans, which left a lasting impression on him.

When discussing the players and club staff, Johansson becomes emotional. He thanks the players for their hard work and stresses that he could never question their commitment. He also expresses sincere gratitude to the board and club leadership for giving him the opportunity to lead Rosenborg despite his limited experience at the senior level. Furthermore, he thanks the coaching staff, administration, and all employees at the club for their support and the sense of community he experienced during his time in Trondheim.

The interview concludes with Johansson wishing Rosenborg and its supporters the very best for the future. He expresses strong confidence that the club will achieve its goals and believes it is only a matter of time before Rosenborg returns to the level it aspires to reach.

[MJC]

Never heard of him but two things jump out. He’s very young for a manager at 35 and despite this he has experience of managing a pretty big club in Rosenborg.

As with any appointment this is a gamble and only time will tell if it pays off.

Best of luck to him and welcome to the club Alfred.

[robsterwood]

Could it be Alfred the great! Or what's it all about Alfie. 

[Happyhonest]

18 minutes ago, hmlarsson said:

As a Swede, I understand most Norwegian, but I still took the easy way out and had ChatGPT summarize the interview. And you're right—the comments section seems full of people who were very happy with him.

Summary:

Alfred Johansson explains that he feels sadness and disappointment that his time with Rosenborg has come to an end, as he greatly enjoyed his time at the club and built strong relationships with players, staff, and colleagues. At the same time, he expresses deep gratitude for his experience there and the memories that were created.

Reflecting on his two and a half years at Rosenborg, Johansson highlights that the first 18 months were characterized by development, positive performances, and results moving in the right direction. The final year, however, was more challenging, with results falling short of expectations. Despite this, he remains proud of the work that was done and what the team managed to achieve during his tenure.

Johansson particularly emphasizes the club's long-term development. He explains that Rosenborg had a clear strategy when he arrived and that the management and coaching staff worked purposefully to create stability. He is proud to have contributed to the development of several young talents who later moved abroad or established themselves in the first team.

He also speaks warmly about the supporters, describing their backing as something he will never forget. Despite the high expectations, he experienced tremendous encouragement, passion, and support from the fans, which left a lasting impression on him.

When discussing the players and club staff, Johansson becomes emotional. He thanks the players for their hard work and stresses that he could never question their commitment. He also expresses sincere gratitude to the board and club leadership for giving him the opportunity to lead Rosenborg despite his limited experience at the senior level. Furthermore, he thanks the coaching staff, administration, and all employees at the club for their support and the sense of community he experienced during his time in Trondheim.

The interview concludes with Johansson wishing Rosenborg and its supporters the very best for the future. He expresses strong confidence that the club will achieve its goals and believes it is only a matter of time before Rosenborg returns to the level it aspires to reach.

Cheers. Tech is not my strongpoint.  Any insight into the way he sets his tactics up?

[robsterwood]

Quite concerning Read a report 14 games in at Rosenburg he plays 443 with not a lot of movement from players. Quite rigid. 

Lost 2 goals per game most games at start and was 14th despite having bigger budget. 

[Richie]

• Base 4-3-3 Attacking: His absolute preferred blueprint uses a single anchoring holding midfielder paired with two creative, hard-working central midfielders. 
• Alternative 4-4-2: He occasionally shifts to a 4-4-2 shape depending on squad availability, using a defensive block where the forward line triggers collective pressing. 

In Possession: Build-up and Attack

• Positional Play: Players are strictly instructed to occupy specific zones to overload the opponent's defensive lines and create passing triangles. 
• Deep Playmaking: Johansson relies on an experienced defensive midfielder (such as Ole Selnæs at Rosenborg) to drop deep, dictate the tempo, and orchestrate the initial phase of play. 
• Forward-Moving Intensity: He prioritises direct, forward-passing moves to break opposition lines over slow, sideways possession. 
• 1v1 Isolation: Wide attackers are encouraged to isolate full-backs in wide areas, utilizing a strong first touch and immediate acceleration to create crossing or shooting opportunities. 

Out of Possession: Defending and Transition

• High Pressing & Tenacity: His forward lines act as the catalyst for defensive work, pressing opponents high up the pitch to force rushed long balls. 
• Aggressive Rest-Defense: Midfielders are instructed to remain close to the action so they can launch a quick counter-press or transition rapidly into a defensive shape if possession is lost. 
• Wide Area Control: His defensive collective focuses on controlling space out wide and forcing opponents into congested central zones. 

[Spiderpig]

1 minute ago, robsterwood said:

Quite concerning Read a report 14 games in at Rosenburg he plays 443 with not a lot of movement from players. Quite rigid. 

Lost 2 goals per game most games at start and was 14th despite having bigger budget. 

Aw well thats it settled then the man is obviously shite and totally the wrong appointment, that post must a new record for negativity concerning a  new player or manager 1 hr and 37 mins after the formal announcement 🤦‍♂️

[Richie]

Interview now up

https://x.com/i/status/2067614664016400600

[Ya Bezzer!]

Our manager is 6 weeks older than our captain. 🤣

[SteelmaninOZ]

Welcome to Fir Park Alfred 

[twistandshout1983]

Welcome aboard Alfred

Hopefully another successful season for us with the new man in charge

[Spit_It_Out]

Love it and love the way we going about things like this now will never ever fault the club from breaking from the norm.

Good times and exciting times!

[SteelmaninOZ]

39 minutes ago, robsterwood said:

Could it be Alfred the great! Or what's it all about Alfie. 

Batman’s butler 

[MJC]

1 minute ago, Spit_It_Out said:

Love it and love the way we going about things like this now will never ever fault the club from breaking from the norm.

Good times and exciting times!

That is approach is fine as long as it works out and there may well come a time sooner or later where we need to get back to basics and hire someone with a better knowledge of the league we play in. Rangers are doing just this by hiring Del after a string of foreign or project managers with little to no knowledge of the Scottish game.

[Andy H]

Just spoken to a Norwegian friend of mine. Thinks quite highly of him and reckons he will be a good fit for us and will do well

[bobbybingo]

6 minutes ago, MJC said:

That is approach is fine as long as it works out and there may well come a time sooner or later where we need to get back to basics and hire someone with a better knowledge of the league we play in. Rangers are doing just this by hiring Del after a string of foreign or project managers with little to no knowledge of the Scottish game.

Del, who has one league cup to his name as a manager. We'll see.

I'm not sure what 'knowledge of our league' is worth these days. Most players & managers in the SPFL arrive from outside Scotland, and they're rarely here very long. On the downside, too many knowledgeable Scottish bosses seem stuck in the past, tactically speaking, and can't seem to shake off their defeatest attitudes when it comes to taking on the 'big' teams.

[Ya Bezzer!]

New manager, Euro draw and league fixtures.....just need the new kits now.

 

[SteelmaninOZ]

1 minute ago, bobbybingo said:

Del, who has one league cup to his name as a manager. We'll see.

I'm not sure what 'knowledge of our league' is worth these days. Most players & managers in the SPFL arrive from outside Scotland, and they're rarely here very long. On the downside, too many knowledgeable Scottish bosses seem stuck in the past, tactically speaking, and can't seem to shake off their defeatest attitudes when it comes to taking on the 'big' teams.

Agree with that bobby