Malky Mackay

Malky Mackay, born on February nineteenth, nineteen seventy-two, is a distinguished Scottish professional football coach and former player, currently serving as the sporting director at Hibernian in the Scottish Premiership.

His playing career began in Scotland, where he showcased his defensive skills with Queen's Park and Celtic. In nineteen ninety-eight, Mackay made the move to England, joining Norwich City, where he spent six fruitful years. During his time at Norwich, he played a pivotal role in achieving consecutive promotions to the Premier League with West Ham United and Watford between two thousand four and two thousand six.

As an international player, Mackay earned five caps for Scotland towards the latter part of his playing career, marking his contributions on the national stage.

After hanging up his boots in two thousand eight, he transitioned into management, taking the helm at Watford in June two thousand nine. His managerial journey continued with Cardiff City from June two thousand eleven to December two thousand thirteen, where he led the team to Premier League promotion in two thousand thirteen, although his tenure ended amid a dispute with club owner Vincent Tan. Following a brief stint at Wigan Athletic in November two thousand fourteen, he was dismissed the following April. Mackay later worked with the Scottish Football Association before being appointed as the manager of Ross County in May two thousand twenty-one.