Career
He started his coaching career at 1979, and during the season 2010-2011, after he was appointed Apollon Limassol manager, he made a domestic record, becoming the first manager in charge of all major teams in Cyprus. Michaelides has been described as a coach who gives emphasis on player psychology. Furthermore, has a strong reputation of getting the best out of players with technical abilities.
A notable example was during the 1990s, when Michaelides guided Costas Malekkos to his best footballing years of his career.
Moreover, he is largely acknowledged for the development of Constantinos Charalambidis and Moustapha Bangura. Michaelides is considered one of the best managers of the He managed the team for five years (1991–1996), having been in charge for 48 matches, making his debut October 16, 1991, at the match Cyprus-Iceland (1-1).
As of 24 May 2011
He received 9872 votes.