Tim Sparv Appointed Head Coach of CD Mafra

CD Mafra announced Tim Sparv will take charge of its senior side in Portugal's third tier. The appointment was made public on Friday morning. Sparv becomes the club's new head coach. Sparv said the project excites him and described CD Mafra as extremely ambitious. He expressed eagerness to integrate and add value to the work already done. These comments were posted on CD Mafra's official platforms. This is Sparv's first senior managerial role after four seasons as assistant at Sparta Praha. He spent those four years supporting the coaching staff at the Czech side. Prior to coaching, Sparv built a playing career with clubs including Southampton, FC Groningen and Midtjylland. Sparv earned 85 caps for Finland. He served as captain of the Finnish national team. His playing tenure spanned multiple leagues across Europe. Sparv will lead CD Mafra into the upcoming season in Portugal's third division. CD Mafra expects his experience to enhance its competitive ambitions. No further details on contract length were disclosed.