| Michael Pedersen | |
| Birth Date: | 11 June 1963 |
| Birth Place: | Denmark |
| Position: | Striker |
| Years1: | 1982–1985 |
| Clubs1: | Esbjerg |
| Years2: | 1986–1987 |
| Clubs2: | Osasuna |
| Caps2: | 18 |
| Goals2: | 1 |
| Years3: | 1988–1989 |
| Clubs3: | Esbjerg fB |
| Years4: | 1989–1991 |
| Clubs4: | Ikast FC |
| Years5: | 1992–1997 |
| Clubs5: | Esbjerg fB |
Michael Pedersen (born 11 June 1963) is a Danish football manager and former footballer who manages Ringköbing IF.
Pedersen is nicknamed "Mex".[1]
Pedersen started his career with Danish side Esbjerg, where he became the club's all-time top scorer.[2] He was described as a "club legend".[3] While playing football in Denmark, he also worked in advertising.[4] In 1986, he signed for Spanish La Liga side Osasuna, becoming the first foreign player to sign for the club.[5] He was regarded to not have performed well for them.[6]
Pedersen mainly operated as a striker and was known for his shooting ability in Denmark.[7]
After retiring from professional football, Pedersen worked as a youth manager, where he managed players including Denmark international Martin Braithwaite.[8] In 2015, he was appointed manager of Danish side Esbjerg.[9]
Pedersen could speak German, English, and Danish.[10]