ISL 2017: 5 Possible replacements for Rene Meulensteen at Kerala Blasters FC

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Nelo Vingada

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Nelo Vingada
Nelo Vingada managed Northeast United FC back in ISL Season 3

Nelo Vingada is a Portuguese coach who has had a vast managerial career spanning over three decades. Vingada began his professional managerial career at Portuguese side Belenenses where he ended his playing career.

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During the course of his long career, Vingada has had several major jobs like coaching the national teams of Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Malaysia. His career has seen him manage teams across countries like Portugal, Egypt, South Korea and Iran.

Nelo Vingada was signed by ISL franchise Northeast United last season and led the Highlanders to the fifth position in the final standings, missing out on a playoff spot by just two points.Vingada moved on to take over as the Malaysian national team coach after the ISL job. He had a poor start with seven losses including friendlies and stepped down recently.

Vingada has experience in the Indian Super League and currently, is free to take over immediately. His vast experience over the years can help the Kerala side mitigate their poor form and rescue their faltering season.

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