Key Takeaways:
- Botafogo officially dismissed Davide Ancelotti and his staff following meetings on Wednesday
- Ancelotti, appointed in July and aged 36, recorded 15 wins, 10 draws, and 8 losses during his tenure
- Botafogo finished sixth in the league and exited the Copa Libertadores in the Round of 16 under Ancelotti’s leadership
Coaching Changes at Botafogo
Botafogo have officially parted ways with manager Davide Ancelotti, as revealed in a club statement. Ancelotti, who previously served as an assistant coach at Real Madrid, Everton, and Napoli, assumed his first professional head coaching role with the Brazilian side last July.
The club also announced the departures of physical trainer Luca Guerra and assistants Luis Tevenet and Andrew Mangan. According to Botafogo’s statement: “Botafogo announces that Davide Ancelotti is no longer the head coach of the first team. Physical trainer Luca Guerra and assistants Luis Tevenet and Andrew Mangan are also leaving. The decision was made after meetings this Wednesday (17). The Club thanks Ancelotti for his professionalism and commitment during the period he led the team and was part of the Botafogo family. Botafogo wishes him success in future challenges. The new coaching staff will be announced soon.”
NOTA OFICIAL
Davide Ancelotti não é mais o técnico do Botafogo.
O Botafogo informa que Davide Ancelotti não é mais o técnico da equipe principal. O preparador físico Luca Guerra e os auxiliares Luis Tevenet e Andrew Mangan também estão de saída. A decisão foi tomada após… pic.twitter.com/odSXlMXdSc
— Botafogo F.R. (@Botafogo) December 17, 2025
Ancelotti’s Record in Charge
Taking over at just 36 years of age, Ancelotti oversaw 33 competitive fixtures in which Botafogo achieved 15 victories, drew 10 times, and suffered eight defeats.
| Competition | Result |
|---|---|
| Domestic League | 6th place |
| Copa Libertadores | Eliminated in Round of 16 |
The End of a Short-Lived Tenure
Ancelotti’s spell at the helm featured a mixture of promising results and setbacks. While his side delivered 15 wins, they ultimately finished sixth in the league and were knocked out of the Copa Libertadores in the Round of 16. The club has confirmed that details regarding the upcoming coaching staff will be announced imminently.
