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Marco Silva left English football after nine years

Flamengo face Benfica (POR) on July 11 in a preseason match in the Algarve, Portugal. With that, the Portuguese side is preparing for the next season and announced the signing of coach Marco Silva this Tuesday (09).

Before announcing Marco Silva, Benfica used social media to announce the departure of José Moutinho. The experienced Portuguese coach has agreed to join Real Madrid (ESP) to coach Vinicius Júnior, the former Flamengo player.

WHAT DID BENFICA SAY?

“Sport Lisboa e Benfica – Futebol, SAD informed the Portuguese Securities Market Commission (CMVM) that it ‘has reached an agreement with coach Marco Alexandre Saraiva da Silva (Marco Silva) for the signing of a sporting employment contract valid until the end of the 2027/2028 season, with the possibility of an extension until 2028/2029.’”

WHO IS MARCO SILVA?

Marco Silva arrives at Benfica after nine years working in English football, where he managed Hull City (ENG), Watford (ENG), Everton (ENG), and Fulham (ENG). He had been at the last club since 2021 and delivered standout Premier League campaigns.

WHEN IS FLAMENGO VS BENFICA?

So, Flamengo will face Benfica with a new coach in charge. The two teams meet on July 11 in the Algarve, Portugal, in a preseason friendly. Therefore, Coluna do Fla brings you all the information about the clash between the Brazilian and Portuguese sides.

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