Palmeiras appoint Rosana Augusto as new women's team coach | OneFootball

Palmeiras announced this Monday the hiring of Rosana Augusto as the head coach of the women's team. The coach returns to the green and white club after her stint as a player.

Rosana retired from the field in 2020, when she was playing for Verdão. Wearing the team's jersey, the former athlete scored six goals in 19 matches.

“Returning to Palmeiras, now in the role of coach, is something very special. I have a great affection for the club and everything it represents in Brazilian football. Coming back in this new role brings me a feeling of gratitude, responsibility, and pride. It's like closing one cycle and starting another, with more maturity, learning, and a desire to make a difference, both on and off the field,” celebrated Rosana.

Career as a Coach

After retiring, Rosana began her coaching career in 2021 with Athletico-PR. She then had stints with Red Bull Bragantino (2022 and 2023), the Brazilian U-20 National Team (2024), and Flamengo, which she led for the past seven months.

Despite the short time, she has already accumulated four titles as a coach. She won the Women's Rio Cup (2025), the U-20 South American Championship (2024), the Brazilian Women's A2 Championship (2023), and the Paranaense Championship (2021).

Agreement with Palmeiras

The coach explained what motivated her to return to Palmeiras: “It was the project presented and the trust shown in my way of working. The club has a solid structure, a winning mentality, and a clear commitment to the development of women's football.”

“I want to continue building and developing a competitive team with a clear identity, playing with courage, intensity, and joy. The fans can expect a lot of hard work, dedication, and commitment to every detail from me. I will dedicate myself to ensuring Palmeiras remains a protagonist and a reference in women's football. More than results, I want to leave a legacy of culture, values, and continuous evolution,” concluded Rosana.

The debut in charge of Verdão is scheduled for October 31, at 9 PM (Brasília time), against Bragantino, at Arena Barueri, for the first phase of the Paulista Feminino.

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