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Boston Legacy FC Appoints Filipa Patão as First Head Coach

6/26/2025

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Boston Legacy FC has made a groundbreaking move by appointing Filipa Patão as their first-ever head coach, set to begin in July, pending visa approval. With a rich background at Benfica, Patão is determined to cultivate a fierce competitive spirit and unique playing style as the team gears up for its NWSL debut in 2026, making her the league's third active female head coach.

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Boston Legacy FC has made a groundbreaking move by appointing Filipa Patão as their first-ever head coach, set to begin in July, pending visa approval. With a rich background at Benfica, Patão is determined to cultivate a fierce competitive spirit and unique playing style as the team gears up for its NWSL debut in 2026, making her the league's third active female head coach.