André Villas-Boas
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Tottenham Hotspur Period
Shortly after leaving Chelsea, Villas-Boas was appointed manager of Tottenham Hotspur. He led the team to several important wins and recorded the highest win percentage of any Spurs manager in the Premier League era at that time. His efforts with Tottenham earned him further respect in European football.
Quick Facts
- Birth Date
- 17 Oct, 1977
- Age
- 42 yrs
- Occupations
- Association football manager
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- Citizenship
- Portugal
- Birth Place
- Porto
- Gender
- Male
- Description
- Portuguese association football manager
- Net Worth 2021
- 67 million
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Achievements with Zenit Saint Petersburg
In 2014, Villas-Boas took over as head coach of Zenit Saint Petersburg. His tenure with the Russian club was marked by continued success, as he guided Zenit to league victories and solidified their competitive stature both domestically and in European contests.
Tenure at Shanghai SIPG
In 2016, Villas-Boas accepted a managerial role with Chinese Super League club Shanghai SIPG. His move reflected the growing trend of accomplished European coaches pursuing opportunities in Asia's expanding football market. He left the club in late 2017 to pursue competitive rally driving, taking part in the 2018 Dakar Rally.
Marseille and Return to Management
Villas-Boas returned to football management in 2019, taking charge of French club Olympique de Marseille, where he remained until leaving the role in 2021.
President of FC Porto
In April 2024, Villas-Boas was elected president of FC Porto, winning the club election in a landslide with around 80% of the vote and defeating longtime incumbent Jorge Nuno Pinto da Costa. He took office as the club's 32nd president on 7 May 2024 and continues to serve in that role, having stepped away from team management to lead the club from the boardroom.
Career Statistics and Honors
Across his managerial career, André Villas-Boas oversaw a total of 309 matches. His teams won 185 of these fixtures, while 65 games ended in a draw, resulting in an impressive win percentage of approximately 59.87%. He was recognized with several individual accolades, including the CNID Best Coach Award in both 2010 and 2011.
Personal Life and Net Worth
In 2004, Villas-Boas married Joana Maria Noronha de Ornelas Teixeira. The couple has three children—two daughters and one son. As of recent estimates, his net worth is approximately $67 million USD. His financial success mirrors a career marked by determination, strategic thinking, and notable achievements in global football management and administration.
