Personal information | |||
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Full name | Antonio Franco López | ||
Date of birth | 28 August 1981 | ||
Place of birth | Caracas, Venezuela | ||
Team information | |||
Current team | Marítimo de La Guaira (manager) | ||
Managerial career | |||
Years | Team | ||
2013–2015 | Mineros (assistant) | ||
2015 | Mineros | ||
2015 | Carabobo | ||
2016 | Caracas | ||
2017 | Aragua | ||
2018 | Atlético Venezuela | ||
2019 | Izarra (assistant) | ||
2019 | Izarra (interim) | ||
2020 | Carabobo | ||
2020–2021 | Izarra (assistant) | ||
2021 | Izarra (interim) | ||
2021 | Yaracuyanos | ||
2022 | Carabobo | ||
2023 | Mineros | ||
2023 | Monagas | ||
2024– | Marítimo de La Guaira |
Antonio "Tony" Franco López (born 28 August 1981) is a Venezuelan football manager, currently in charge of Marítimo de La Guaira. He began his managerial career at a young age, showing a strong aptitude for leadership and strategy on the field. Before taking the helm at Marítimo de La Guaira, Franco had several stints with various clubs, honing his skills and developing a reputation for his tactical acumen. His managerial style is often described as dynamic and adaptive, focusing on both defensive solidity and creative attacking play. Over the years, Franco has been instrumental in promoting young talent, integrating promising players into the first team and helping them develop their potential. Under his guidance, Marítimo de La Guaira has seen significant improvements in their league standings and overall performance. Franco's success at the club level has also brought him into consideration for national team roles, reflecting his growing influence in Venezuelan football. Additionally, he has been involved in several community outreach programs, using football as a tool for social development and youth engagement. Franco continues to be a prominent figure in the Venezuelan football scene, respected for his contributions both on and off the pitch. His career trajectory suggests a bright future, potentially leading to opportunities in larger leagues or national team management.