Fluminense idol Fred named Fortaleza under-18 coach | OneFootball

On the night of this Wednesday (17th), Fortaleza announced that former striker Fred – a Fluminense idol – is the new coach of the under-18 team.

"Hey, Nation! This is Fred, and I'm here to announce that I am the new coach of Fortaleza's under-18 team. I also want to say that I am very motivated and eager to experience the club day by day. Ready to give my all and honor its colors and values. It's Laion!", said Fred in a post on Fortaleza's Instagram.

After retiring in 2022, Fred held a position on Fluminense's board, but left in mid-2024.

This will be the former striker's first experience as a coach.

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