Rafel Navarro
Rafel Navarro is a 39-year-old Catalan football coach who has recently taken the helm of the Swiss Women's National Team, marking a significant shift in the direction of women's football in Switzerland. Previously associated with the women's section of FC Barcelona, Navarro's appointment signals a focus on youth and modern tactics within the Swiss Football Association (SFV), as they aim to develop the women's game further. His selection comes after a contentious period involving former coach Pia Sundhage, raising expectations and questions about Navarro's ability to lead the team effectively.
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Rafel Navarro is the national coach of the Maltese team that faced Switzerland.
Die Schweizer Fussballerinnen schlagen Malta in der WM-Qualifikation souverän
Switzerland· 2026-03-08
Rafel Navarro is currently directing the Swiss women's national team.
Arbeitssieg für Schweizer Frauen: 2:0 gegen NordirlandSwitzerland· 2026-03-03
Rafel Navarro is the current coach of the Swiss women's national football team, overseeing the team's preparations for the World Cup qualification.
Die Schweiz startet in die WM-QualifikationSwitzerland· 2026-03-03
Rafel Navarro previously held the role of set piece specialist before leaving to coach Switzerland.
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Spain· 2026-01-24
Rafel Navarro is the new head coach of the Swiss women's national football team.
Das Schweizer Fussball-Nationalteam der Frauen verliert gegen WalesSwitzerland· 2025-12-02Rafel Navarro is the new coach of the Swiss women's national team.
Schweizerinnen verlieren Testspiel gegen Belgien 1:2Switzerland· 2025-11-29
Rafel Navarro has been appointed as the coach of the Swiss women's national football team after leaving FC Barcelona.
Barça-Coach wird Trainer der Schweizer FrauenSwitzerland· 2025-11-09
Rafel Navarro is the new head coach of the Swiss women's national football team.
Rafel Navarro vom FC Barcelona ist neuer ChefcoachSwitzerland· 2025-11-04
Rafel Navarro is the new head coach of the Swiss women's national football team.
Der Schweizerische Fussballverband gibt ein schlechtes Bild abSwitzerland· 2025-11-04