Vasco da Gama name Valentim as head coach

Rio de Janeiro: Vasco da Gama have named Alberto Valentim as their new manager, replacing former Bayern Munich and Brazil international full-back Jorginho.

Valentim signed a 16-month contract effective immediately, Vasco president Alexandre Campello told reporters on Monday.

"We weighed up who was available and opted for a younger manager with a modern approach because it matches what we are doing here at Vasco," Campello said. IANS