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Francesco Farioli Named FC Porto Head Coach

Set to be unveiled on July 7, Farioli has pledged a courageous, protagonists-driven approach to restore Porto’s domestic and European standing.

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Overview

  • Francesco Farioli signed a two-season contract with FC Porto, valid until June 2027.
  • His presentation press conference is scheduled for July 7 at 12:00, with president André Villas-Boas in attendance.
  • Farioli has pledged to implement a courageous, protagonists-driven style aligned with his uncompromising football philosophy.
  • The 36-year-old Italian coach rose from goalkeeping roles in Tuscany and Qatar to Serie A under Roberto De Zerbi, followed by managerial stints in Turkey, Ligue 1’s Nice and Ajax.
  • Porto, who finished third in last season’s Primeira Liga, aim to reclaim domestic supremacy and boost their European competitiveness under Farioli.