Rafael Paiva

Brazil · Manager

3y In management

3 Clubs

1 Countries

2 Titles

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off pitchGiveMeSportEstablished source· 19 Aug 2026

Walker Accused of Disrupting Guardiola as Dressing Room Video Goes Viral

Explosive dressing room footage shows Pep Guardiola visibly upset, with Kyle Walker blamed for the disruption.

rumourSky SportsOfficial source· 19 Aug 2026

Man City to bid for Fernandez despite Chelsea deadline miss

Manchester City are set to test Chelsea's resolve for Enzo Fernandez after missing a key deadline.

rumourBBC SportOfficial source· 19 Aug 2026

Man City join Man Utd in chase for Manu Kone

Manchester City are set to rival neighbours Manchester United for Roma midfielder Manu Kone.

rumourThe GuardianOfficial source

Personal info

Role: Manager
Full name: Cledson Rafael de Paiva
Born: 26 Aug 1984 (age 41)
Birthplace: Brazil
Nationality: Brazil
Clubs managed: 3
Current club: Without club

Overview

Rafael Paiva (born 26 August 1984) is a Brazilian football coach. He managed the Palmeiras U17 team before taking charge of Vasco da Gama. His coaching career is primarily associated with youth development at Palmeiras and his subsequent role at Vasco da Gama.

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