Armando Evangelista, the former head coach of FC Famalicão, officially announced his departure from the club shortly before the first official match of Hugo Oliveira, his successor. Taking to social media, Evangelista expressed his heartfelt gratitude to both the organization and its passionate supporters for their unwavering support throughout his tenure.
Since taking on the responsibilities at FC Famalicão, Evangelista witnessed significant successes, including leading the team to the best start to the season in the club's history. He proudly reflected on this accomplishment, highlighting how it represented the pinnacle of his coaching experience at Famalicão.
"Ainda que seja público há alguns dias, chega hoje ao fim a minha ligação ao Futebol Clube de Famalicão. Foi desafiante entrar num projeto em andamento com tudo o que isso envolve," Evangelista wrote. He noted the challenging nature of stepping onto the field as coach amid the dynamics of running such programs.
Evangelista emphasized the thrill of kickstarting his time at Famalicão, saying, "Esta época foi iniciada da melhor maneira, com o feito histórico do melhor arranque de sempre do clube no campeonato, mas o futebol é feito de altos e baixos e, em ambos os casos, há vários fatores de responsabilidade comum que redundam em finais que nem sempre são os que desejamos." He acknowledged the unpredictable nature of football, marked by both triumphs and challenges—a common reality every coach encounters.
His departure, he acknowledged, was bittersweet as he expressed his commitment to the development of the club's sporting project. Evangelista pointed out, "Acima de tudo, foi uma experiência em que o crescimento do projeto desportivo sempre esteve em primeiro lugar, encarada com os valores de compromisso e profissionalismo que sempre guiaram a minha carreira. Agradeço a oportunidade de ter trabalhado no Futebol Clube de Famalicão, que é uma referência no futebol nacional." He recognized FC Famalicão's stature within the national football scene and appreciated the chance he had to contribute.
To the fans who rallied behind the team, his message was one of appreciation, saying, "aos adeptos fantásticos que sempre nos apoiaram." He wished for their continued support and hoped to see success for FC Famalicão moving forward. "Desejo ao Vila Nova os maiores sucessos para o futuro," concluded Evangelista, clearly leaving the door open for future goodwill and warmth toward his former club.
Now, as Oliveira prepares to lead the team, the departure of Evangelista marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another for FC Famalicão. His legacy and the impact of his coaching will likely resonate with both players and fans alike, as they reflect on the promising start to the season and look toward what lies ahead.
