Former Verdy soccer legend, Brazilian born Japanese national team member Ruy Ramos was named as new head coach of Toxic Verdy 69 this month. I understand that he brings a certain amount of buzz and name recognition, as well as a lifetime of soccer knowledge (as well as a truly bad perm, circa 1970's Barbra Streisand) but I'm rather dubious on his future as a manager. His credentials include some time in the lower eschelon of Japanese football (JFL or regional leagues), a rousing 4th place finish in the inaugural beach soccer world cup and a stint as an assistant coach for fellow relegation victims Kashiwa Reysol.
I wouldn't be so down on this selection if it weren't for the fact that TV 69 is a representative for the Asian Champions League. I shudder to think of the results when Ruy and the lads go up against some of the powerhouses of Saudi Arabia, South Korea, and China. Hell, I shudder to think of the results against Lover Cambodia FC or the transvestite soccer team from Vietnam.
Good luck to you Ruy...............you're gonna need it.
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