Nuno Espírito Santo

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

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Nuno Espírito Santo's managerial career has been defined by his ability to exceed expectations. His promotion with Wolverhampton Wanderers from the Championship to the Premier League, followed by consecutive seventh-place finishes, was a remarkable achievement for a club of their size. His success in Saudi Arabia, where he won the league and cup double, further demonstrated his adaptability. He is widely respected for his tactical acumen and his ability to build cohesive teams.

AwardsNuno Espírito Santo has won several major honors as a manager. He won the Championship title with Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2018, and the Saudi Pro League and Saudi Super Cup with Al-Ittihad in 2023. He also guided Rio Ave to two domestic cup finals in 2014, although they did not win those trophies.

Honours & Distinctions

Championship Winner

English Football League·2018

Won the EFL Championship with Wolverhampton Wanderers, earning promotion to the Premier League.

Saudi Pro League Winner

Saudi Pro League·2023

Won the Saudi Pro League with Al-Ittihad.

Saudi Super Cup Winner

Saudi Super Cup·2023

Won the Saudi Super Cup with Al-Ittihad.

Records & Feats

Only African-born manager to win the Championship

Historic First·2018

Nuno is one of only two African-born managers to have managed in Europe's top five leagues, and he is the first to win the EFL Championship.