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Survival at Stake: Lauwa FC hires Portuguese coach Silva to recuse

By: Alhaji A. Barrie 


Luawa FC has made its most decisive move yet in the fight to escape relegation, appointing Portuguese strategist Flávio Silva as their new head coach. 

With just 20 points after 19 matches and hovering dangerously in 15th place, the club’s leadership has placed its faith in Silva’s tactical mastery to navigate this critical stretch of the Leone Rock Premier League.  

This appointment signals more than just a coaching change, it represents an urgent mission to reshape Luawa FC’s fortunes. 

Silva brings nearly two decades of coaching experience from Portugal, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait. His tenure at clubs like Boavista FC and F.C. 

Arouca shaped him into a tactician known for his structured game models, youth scouting, and disciplined play. 

His ability to analyze matches, build high-performance squads, and implement modern football philosophies could be exactly what Luawa FC needs to mount a late resurgence.  

Football analysts in Freetown see Silva’s arrival as a calculated risk, a move that could either solidify the club’s future or leave fans reeling if the turnaround falls short. 

His multilingual skills ensure clear communication, and his depth of experience suggests he won’t shy away from the high-stakes nature of this challenge. 

However, time is not on Luawa FC’s side. Every match from here on out carries immense weight, demanding instant impact and unwavering determination from both coach and players alike. 

Luawa FC’s management has made its move, but can Silva rally his squad and deliver the escape the club desperately needs? 

The answer will unfold in the final weeks of the season, as Luawa FC fights for survival in Sierra Leone’s top-flight football.

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