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Botafogo announced Portuguese coach Franclim Carvalho as its NEW head coach for the rest of the season.
A former assistant to Artur Jorge, the 39-year-old replaces Martin Anselmi in charge of the Alvinegro side. His contract runs until 2027.
Botafogo is coming off a 3-2 home win over Mirassol on Wednesday (1).
As a result, Bota moved out of the relegation zone and climbed to 12th place with nine points.
Botafogo’s next match will be the derby against Vasco at 9 p.m. on Saturday (4), at São Januário, in the 10th round.
So, Botafogo fans, did you like the choice of Franclim Carvalho? Leave your comment!
This Thursday (02), Botafogo announces the signing of Franclim Carvalho to take charge of the first team. The Portuguese coach signed with Glorioso until the end of 2027 and returns to the Most Traditional One to build new chapters with Alvinegro and in his career.
Carvalho is expected in Rio de Janeiro to begin work with the team. The date of his introductory press conference will be announced later.
Joining him are assistant coaches Luís Felipe and Luís Viegas, fitness coach Fábio Monteiro, and goalkeeping coach Ricardo Matos.
More about Franclim Carvalho:
Franclim Carvalho built his career as the main assistant coach on Artur Jorge’s staff, winning the Portuguese League Cup in 2023/24 with Braga SC (POR), and playing a key role in Botafogo’s 2024 Copa Libertadores and Brazilian Championship titles.
Carvalho has also already managed Botafogo in a win against Corinthians in the 26th round of the 2024 Brazilian Championship. On that occasion, Glorioso’s new coach led the team at Nilton Santos as a replacement for the suspended Artur Jorge.
Welcome back, Franclim Carvalho, to the Alvinegro family. Together, we will chase new chapters of excellence with the #GloriosaCamisa!
PROFILE
Name: Franclim Pereira da Silva Maia Carvalho
Age: 39
Date of birth: 03/30/1987
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