Amidst the news circulating about his future, a source close to Portuguese coach Armando Evangelista, the technical director of Damac FC, denied the validity of the rumors that spoke of his dismissal from his position due to the decline in the team’s results in the Saudi Professional League.
The source confirmed to Al-Midan Al-Riyadi that the coach has not been informed of any official decision yet and is continuing his work with the team as normal. The source stated, "Portuguese coach Armando Evangelista has not been thanked for his time with the team, nor has he been officially dismissed from Damac FC. He is continuing to coach the team and has not been informed of any decision so far.".
Context of the crisis and declining results
These rumors come in the wake of a difficult period for Damac FC, who have suffered from inconsistent performances and a decline in results during the recent rounds of the league. This decline has sparked concern among fans and management, especially after the strong start the team made under Evangelista, who took over in the summer of 2023. The coach had expressed his dissatisfaction with not being involved in the deals the club made during the last winter transfer window, which may be one of the reasons for the internal tension.
The importance of technical stability in the Roshan League
This situation reflects the immense pressure coaches face in the Saudi Professional League, where competitive standards and ambitions have skyrocketed following the influx of international stars. Coaching stability has become crucial for achieving goals, and any dip in results puts coaches under intense scrutiny. For a club like Damac, maintaining this stability is a significant challenge as they strive to establish themselves among the elite and secure a high league position.
Damac FC is currently preparing for a crucial match against Al-Taawoun FC in the 22nd round of the Saudi Professional League. This match will be a true test of Evangelista's ability to reunite the team and get them back on track. The "Knights of the South" hope to achieve a positive result that will restore confidence to the players and coaching staff and put an end to the ongoing speculation surrounding the Portuguese coach's future.
