Paulo Bento

Football manager and former player

Paulo Bento - Football manager and former player
Born

June 20th, 1969
56 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Portugal

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Bento played as a midfielder for several clubs in Portugal, most notably for Sporting CP. After retiring as a player, managed various teams including the Portuguese national team. Led the national team during the UEFA Euro 2012 and the 2014 FIFA World Cup. Later managed clubs such as SC Olhanense, and had a stint in South Korea with Seongnam FC.

Managed Portugal in UEFA Euro 2012

Played for Sporting CP

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