Rio Ave is set to welcome Greek coach Sotiris Silaidopoulos for the start of preseason training. The coach is expected in Vila do Conde in the next few hours to fine-tune the return to work.

Who is Silaidopoulos?

Silaidopoulos is a Greek coach with experience in top-level football clubs.

What does this mean for Rio Ave?

The arrival of Silaidopoulos can be a boost for the team, which is currently 12th in Primeira Liga with 36 points. The team has a challenge ahead, with 52 points behind leader FC Porto.

What's next?

Rio Ave's training sessions open on Monday with the traditional medical exams and the next day the Greek coach will take charge to lead the first training session on the pitch.

DateEvent
June 26, 2026Silaidopoulos arrives at Rio Ave
July 1, 2026Start of preseason training

Rio Ave is currently 12th in Primeira Liga, with 36 points, after 34 games. The team has a record of 8 wins, 12 draws and 14 losses, with a goal difference of -22. The last result was a 1-1 draw against Casa Pia, on May 16, 2026.