Vale Fail 7: Bruno Ribeiro
Hailed as a revolutionary signing, Ribeiro proved to be a disastrous managerial appointment
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About Bruno Ribeiro
Bruno Ribeiro is a Portuguese former player turned football manager. As a player he appeared for Leeds and Sheffield United in the English Leagues.
He was appointed as Port Vale FC manager in June 2016 following the departure of Rob Page to Northampton Town. According to reports, he was apparently recommended to owner Norman Smurthwaite by Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho.
He brought in a large number of players, including a large number from overseas but after a bright start to the season the team’s form duly fell away. He resigned on Boxing Day 2016 after a defeat to Walsall and was replaced by his assistant Michael Brown.
Where are they now: Bruno Ribeiro
The former Port Vale manager has become something of a journeyman figure less than three years since leaving Vale Park.
Port Vale the Norman Smurthwaite years – 2012 to 2019
Often controversial and certainly full of incident – here’s our account of the seven years association between Norman Smurthwaite and Port Vale FC.
Former Port Vale manager takes charge of third tier side for second spell
Former Port Vale manager Bruno has returned to S.C. Salgueiros for a second spell as manager.
Former Port Vale manager linked to job in Scotland
Former Port Vale manager Bruno Ribeiro is one of a eclectic list of candidates to be the next St Mirren manager.
Three bad decisions that could cost Port Vale as they battle the drop
Occasional columnist James Russell looks at three factors that have caused Vale to be in danger of losing their league status.
Reviewing relegation and the future for Port Vale: Continental gambles, footballing suicide and the bumpy road ahead
Columnist Martyn Cooke reflects on relegation and what the club now needs to do to reverse its demise.
Bruno Ribeiro appointed manager of Portuguese club
Former Port Vale manager Bruno Ribeiro has been appointed chief coach of Portuguese Salgueiros.
Smurthwaite apologises for Ribeiro decision, explains Page, Brown appointments
In a post on the OVF forum, Norman Smurthwaite has responded to questions about managers Bruno Ribeiro and Rob Page.
Captain Ben Purkiss says players were “not fit enough” under Bruno Ribeiro
Port Vale skipper Ben Purkiss says Vale’s new coaching staff are having to work hard to rectify mistakes made by manager Bruno Ribeiro and his staff.
Digest: Smurthwaite sets no timescale on permanent manager move
There have been plenty of stories in the last few days following the resignation of Bruno Ribeiro. Here is a round-up of the latest.
Two minute guide to: 2016
Here’s our brief review of the highs (and some of the lows) of the last twelve months…
Ribeiro may be gone but Vale still have plenty to sort out
Rob Fielding says that it was right for Bruno Ribeiro to leave the club but the Valiants now face a crucial period where they need to sort things out both on and off the pitch.
Bruno Ribeiro resigns as Port Vale manager
Port Vale have announced that manager Bruno Ribeiro has stepped down following the home defeat to Walsall.
Match report: Port Vale 0-1 Walsall
Bruno Ribeiro’s tenure as Port Vale manager was put under even more threat after his side lost 1-0 at home to Walsall on Boxing Day.
Bruno Ribeiro’s Port Vale future appears to be on a knife edge
Owner Norman Smurthwaite has given the strongest indication yet that manager Bruno Ribeiro could be set to depart Vale Park.
Pressure mounts on Ribeiro after “unacceptable” Wimbledon debacle
Bruno Ribeiro winless run in the league now stands at five games as Vale now find themselves looking down at the relegation zone rather than up at the play-off spots.
Ribeiro: I want nine points over Christmas
Port Vale manager Bruno Ribeiro has set his team the challenge of a 100% record over the festive period.
Bruno Ribeiro: I’d play 4-4-2 if Martin Paterson was fit
Port Vale manager says he would play two upfront if Martin Paterson could regain match fitness.
Bruno Ribeiro reflects on defeat to Northampton
Manager Bruno Ribeiro praised the attitude of his Vale players after the 3-2 defeat to Northampton Town on Saturday.
Bruno Ribeiro hints that JJ Hooper could still play for Port Vale this season
Port Vale manager Bruno Ribeiro says that if forward JJ Hooper “was here right now he might be playing” and that he could remain at the club from January onwards.
Ribeiro: Kiko just needed time
Port Vale manager Bruno Ribeiro said that left-back Kiko is a good player but just needed time to adjust to the English game.
Whisper it quietly but Ribeiro’s long-term planning may yet bring success
OVF editor Rob Fielding says that keeping faith with Bruno Ribeiro may just help bring about a youthful and talented squad for future seasons.
Ribeiro aims for continuity as youthful squad develops
After a summer that saw a mass influx of new signings, manager Bruno Ribeiro says there will be less summer signings in future seasons.
Are these the issues Vale need to resolve to make this season a success?
OVF editor Rob Fielding ponders what he believes are nine key issues affecting the club at this time…
Jerome Thomas could return for Hartlepool cup tie
Manager Bruno Ribeiro thinks there is an outside chance that winger Jerome Thomas could be fit for the FA Cup tie with Hartlepool United.
Ribeiro says Seb Amoros is still learning the English game
Bruno Ribeiro says that midfielder Sebastien Amoros is still learning how to play in League One.
Bruno Ribeiro bemoans Vale injury list
Port Vale manager Bruno Ribeiro says that his side did well at Shrewsbury considering “six of our normal starting eleven” were missing.
Ribeiro praises Jak Alnwick after draw with Shrewsbury
Manager Bruno Ribeiro says that Jak Alnwick is the “best keeper in League One” after the side’s goalless draw with Shrewsbury Town.
Team news: no start for Cicilia
Bruno Ribeiro has made three changes to his starting eleven but there is no place in the team for Rigino Cicilia
