Valour has announced that head coach Phil Dos Santos has signed a one-year contract extension, keeping him at the club for at least one more season.

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After leading the Lions to the 3rd best record in the second half of the 2024 Cpl season, Phil Dos Santos returns to Valour FC as GM & Head Coach for the 2025 campaign.

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Dos Santos has held his current role since 2021, stepping in after the club parted ways with Rob Gale. Valour has yet to secure a playoff spot in their history, and the primary objective this year will undoubtedly be to change that.

The Montreal-born manager has a record of 26 wins, 25 draws and 46 losses with Valour.

“We’re pleased with the progress we’ve seen the squad make under Phil’s management, particularly in the second half of last season,” said club president & CEO Wade Miller “Phil has been a consistent presence in our organization since 2021 and is skilled at getting the best out of his players. We look forward to seeing where he can take our squad in 2025.”