Botafogo has announced Portuguese coach Franclim Carvalho as its NEW head coach for the remainder 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 through 2027.
Botafogo is coming off a 3-2 home win over Mirassol on Wednesday (1).
As a result, Bota climbed out of the relegation zone and moved up 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!
Botafogo statement 📝
Botafogo announces, this Thursday (02), the signing of Franclim Carvalho to take charge of the first team. The Portuguese coach has signed a contract with Glorioso through the end of 2027 and returns to the Most Traditional to build new chapters for Alvinegro and in his career.
Carvalho is expected in Rio de Janeiro to begin working with the team. The date of his introductory press conference will be announced later.
Joining him are assistants Luís Felipe and Luís Viegas, fitness coach Fábio Monteiro, and goalkeeping coach Ricardo Matos.
More about Franclim Carvalho:
Franclim Carvalho built his career as lead 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 over 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 Artur Jorge, who was suspended.
Welcome back, Franclim Carvalho, to the Alvinegro family. Together, we will chase new chapters of excellence with the #GloriousShirt!
PROFILE
Name: Franclim Pereira da Silva Maia Carvalho
Age: 39 years old
Date of birth: 03/30/1987
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