We have enjoyed many football successes, thanks in large part to our coaches. Some made history in the record books, others in the hearts of the fans, and all of them helped shape our blue-and-white tradition. Let’s take a look at our current coaching staff and also recall some of the most notable figures from the club’s rich coaching past.
Current Coaches for the Senior Team and Youth
Milan Lalkovič Sr. – Head Coach
Born on April 11, 1970, he has led Lokomotiva’s senior squad since the 2019/20 season. During his tenure, the team has competed at several league levels and returned to the football map. Known for strong tactical preparation and creating a positive team atmosphere, he is a central figure in the club’s current success.
Milan Miklušičák – Assistant Coach (Senior Team)
Born on January 30, 1981, he also serves as Sports Director for the youth program and coaches the U14 squad. His expertise in working with younger players is invaluable to the senior team, especially when focusing on individual skill development.
Milan Lalkovič Jr. – Assistant Coach (Senior Team)
Born on December 9, 1992, he follows in his father’s footsteps. A former player himself, he understands the dynamics of both the locker room and the pitch. Together with Milan Lalkovič Sr. and Milan Miklušičák, they form a coaching team built on trust and communication.
Youth Team Coaches
- U19: Ján Palkovič and Štefan Obšitoš
- U17: Lukáš Maliňák
- U15: Lukáš Krajník
- U14: Milan Miklušičák
- U13: Ondrej Sedlák
- U12: František Fečo
Milan Lalkovič: Successful Lokomotiva Košice coach since the 2019-2020 season
A Look Back at Coaching Legends
Through the decades, Loky had many renowned names on its bench who remain in the memories of fans:
- Michal Baránek
A longtime and highly successful Lokomotiva coach who led the senior team when the club was at the top of the Czechoslovak league. - František Fecko
An exceptional coach who won two Czechoslovak youth championships and guided Lokomotiva into the first league in 1965. He now coaches the U12 team, where he passes on his extensive knowledge to the youngest generation. - Ladislav Kačáni
Head coach during the 1972/73 and 1973/74 seasons. He helped assemble a strong roster that later vied for cup triumphs. - Theodor Reimann
Coached Loky in the 1973/74 and 1974/75 seasons, guiding the team to top positions in the league. - Branislav Sokoli
Led the club in the 2015/16 and 2016/17 seasons, during which Lokomotiva worked to stabilize its roster against strong competition. - Albert Rusnák
Oversaw the team in 2016/17 and 2017/18. A former player and Slovakia international, he introduced modern training methods and boosted youth development. - Ľuboš Benkovský and Bohumil Andrejko
A coaching duo in the 2018/19 season, when the club faced challenges. Both brought fresh ideas and playing style to the squad. - Dušan Ujhely
A Lokomotiva legend who still holds the record for the fastest hat trick in the Czechoslovak league. He served as head coach in several seasons and left a lasting legacy as both player and manager.
Dušan Ujhely: A major figure at Lokomotiva Košice, coached the team in multiple seasons
Ľuboš Benkovský (right) and Bohumil Andrejko (left): Coaches of Lokomotiva Košice in 2018/19
Albert Rusnák: Coach of Lokomotiva Košice in 2016/17 and 2017/18
Branislav Sokoli: Coach of Lokomotiva Košice in 2015/16 and 2016/17
Archived Photos and Bench Names
Since the 1946/47 season, Lokomotiva Košice has changed its name multiple times (ŠK Železničiari, Dynamo ČSD, TJ Lokomotíva, FK Lokomotíva…) and worked with a variety of coaches. Personalities such as Karol Bučko, Jozef Gögh, Štefan Čambal, Jozef Jankech, Andrej Ištók, Jozef Móder, and Ján Kozák have all left their mark. You can find a chronological overview of our coaches and seasons in our website archive or club chronicle.
Lokomotiva Košice is a club with a deep coaching tradition, featuring legends, innovators, and lifelong loyalists. Today, we rely on the expertise of Milan Lalkovič Sr. and his staff, who continue to carry the torch forward. We offer heartfelt thanks to all former and current coaches for keeping Loky alive and sharing their passion for the game.
(If you notice that any names or details are missing, let us know. We will happily add more archival facts and memories!)
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