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2 clusters · 15 sources · 9 days · First seen 11 days ago · Last updated 1 day ago

Categories: SPORTS

Barcelona SC coaching change 2026

Entities: Eduardo Erazo · Barcelona Sporting Club · César Farías · Barcelona SC · David Álvarez

Overview

In July 2026, Barcelona Sporting Club’s Venezuelan manager César Farías reflected on a 2‑1 league defeat to Universidad Católica, blaming an early goal for a defensive approach but noting a stronger second‑half performance. He defended the club’s administration and urged supporters to temper criticism while new signings settled.

Later that month, the club announced that Farías would leave by mutual agreement. The termination was confirmed on 30 July, with Farías receiving only his July salary and no severance. He was to coach one final match against Leones del Norte before stepping down, and Barcelona SC began the search for a replacement to finish the national championship and Copa Ecuador.

Further details released on 31 July clarified that the mutual agreement included no payment of the termination clause. Earlier rumors of a resignation were refuted before the club’s official statement. During his tenure since January, Farías oversaw 32 matches (12 wins, 8 draws, 12 losses), saw the team eliminated in the Copa Libertadores group stage and positioned mid‑table in the Liga Pro, prompting fan unrest and calls for broader leadership changes. A new head coach had yet to be announced.

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.

[● 3 SOURCES] César Farías will no longer be the head coach of Barcelona SC. (self‑declared)
[● 3 SOURCES] The termination was reached by mutual agreement between Farías and the club. (self‑declared)
[● 3 SOURCES] Farías will coach Barcelona SC in the upcoming match against Leones del Norte (Leones FC) before stepping down. (self‑declared)
[● 3 SOURCES] Barcelona SC will search for a new coach to lead the team for the rest of the season. (self‑declared)
[● 2 SOURCES] No severance or contract‑termination payment will be made; Farías will receive only his salary for July. (self‑declared)
[● 2 SOURCES] A meeting between Farías and David Álvarez was held at the Monumental Banco Pichincha stadium on Thursday. (self‑declared)
[○ 1 SOURCE] Farías was appointed in January 2026 on a contract lasting until the end of the year. (self‑declared)

Timeline

1 day ago

[SPORTS] 14 sources
César Farías departs Barcelona SC after mutual agreement
César Farías and Barcelona SC agreed to end his contract on July 30 2026, with no termination fee; he leaves after a mixed season of 12 wins, 8 draws, 12 losses and Copa Libertadores exit.
11 days ago

[SPORTS] 7 sources
Barcelona SC coach César Farías on 2-1 loss to Universidad Católica
Barcelona SC coach César Farías blamed a slow start and an early goal for the 2‑1 defeat to Universidad Católica, defended squad unity, urged patience with new signings and asked fans to keep criticism measured

Sources

bolavip.com · diarioelsolcusco.pe · ecuagol.com · elcomercio.com · elcomercio.com.ec · elcomercio.pe · expreso.ec · extra.ec · finde.latercera.com · futbolizados.com · lahora.cl · libero.pe · metroecuador.com.ec · redgol.cl · studiofutbol.com.ec

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