Anápolis fires Roberto Fernandes and appoints Luan Carlos on the same day

Anápolis announced on Monday (13) the hiring of coach Luan Carlos, replacing Roberto Fernandes — dismissed on the same day. At 34 years old, the new manager arrives with the mission to save the Galo da Comarca from relegation in the Goiano - 1 Série C. The team sits in last place with nine points in eight games, four behind Itabaiana, the first club outside the relegation zone. League standing: 7th in Goiano - 1, 11 pts, 3W-2D-3L from 8 games, recent form WDLWW.

Who is Anápolis' new coach?

Luan Carlos is from Ipameri and has a strong track record in Goiano football. Among the clubs he has managed are Novo Horizonte, Grêmio Anápolis, Goiânia, Crac, and Centro Oeste. With Goianésia, he was state runner-up in 2020, losing on penalties to Atlético-GO. His most recent role was at Crac, where he led Catalão for five games before being dismissed in January 2026. Since then, he had been unattached until the Anápolis announcement.

The challenge of saving the Galo da Comarca

Anápolis enters the final stretch of the first phase of Série C with just nine points in eight games, Goals this season: 11 scored, 12 conceded (-1 goal difference). The team has five matches to escape relegation before the end of the initial phase. The pressure is high: the side lost its last game 0-1 to Maringá on July 12, 2026, Last result: Anápolis 0-1 Maringá (2026-07-12). and has managed only one win in its last five outings, Recent form (last 5): 1W-1D-3L (LLDWL, most recent first); lost the last 2.

Next steps: what to expect from the team?

Luan Carlos' first challenge will be facing Volta Redonda away on July 25, 2026, Next fixture: vs Volta Redonda (away, 2026-07-25). a crucial match to try to reverse the poor run. The coach will need to quickly adjust the team, as Anápolis has 11 points, Title race: 9 points behind leaders Goias. and must regain form to avoid the drop. The fans hope Luan Carlos' experience in Goiano football will make the difference in the coming games.