Noel Sanvicente returns to Caracas FC for fourth coaching spell

Caracas FC announced on August 16 the return of Noel "Chita" Sanvicente, the most decorated coach in the club's history, for his fourth tenure. Sanvicente's immediate task is to elevate the team, which currently sits in seventh place in the Torneo Clausura 2026 standings.

Sanvicente boasts an impressive record, having won eight Venezuelan Primera División titles, with six of those secured during his previous stints with Caracas. His most recent coaching experience was with Zamora FC, where he narrowly missed qualifying for the Apertura phase finals. During his time with Zamora, he achieved league championship titles in 2013 and 2014.

The club has been struggling, with their recent 1-0 victory over UCV on August 15 marking their first win since May 5. This win came after a significant winless streak, including a draw in their opening Clausura match and losses to Academia Puerto Cabello and Deportivo La Guaira. The team's performance in the Apertura 2026 season also saw them finish tenth, failing to advance to the next stage.

Looking ahead, Caracas FC is scheduled to face Carabobo, the reigning champions, in their next match. They will also participate in the Copa Venezuela, which is set to resume on August 19 after being suspended due to earthquakes. Sanvicente's return signals an effort to revitalize the team and build on its historical successes.