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Rafa Soares

Luis Rafael "Rafa" Soares Alves (born 9 May 1995) is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a left back for Vitoria de Guimaraes.

Club Career

Born in Marco de Canaveses, Porto District, Soares joined FC Porto's youth system in 2005 from local F.C. Alpendorada. On 21 August 2013, while still a junior, he made his professional debut with the former's B team, coming on as a 79th-minute substitute in a 1–0 away win against Portimonense S.C. for the Segunda Liga.

From January 2016 to June 2017, Soares was on loan to Academica de Coimbra and Rio Ave FC, with both clubs in the Primeira Liga. He played his first game in the competition on 22 January 2016 while at service of the former in a 2–1 away loss to Vitoria de Setubal, and scored his first goal the following matchday but in a 3–2 defeat at Sporting CP.

On 22 August 2017, deemed surplus to requirements by new Porto manager Sergio Conceicao, Soares was loaned to EFL Championship side Fulham in a season-long deal.

Rafa Soares News

15 June 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Everton
Everton are still reportedly considering the appointment of former Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez, if they fail in their attempts to lure Nuno Espirito Santo to Goodison Park.
15 June 2021
mirror.co.uk
Neville and Lineker lead tributes to "obscene" Ronaldo as he breaks more records
The Portuguese superstar netted two more goals for his nation in their 3-0 win over Hungary on Tuesday to take him up to 106 international goals - just three shy of the all-time record
15 June 2021
mirror.co.uk
Everton continue Benitez talks as ex-Liverpool boss battles Nuno for job
Former Wolves manager Nuno Santo had been expected to be confirmed as Everton boss in the near future - but there could yet be a twist in the tale
15 June 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Result: Hungary 0-3 Portugal: Cristiano Ronaldo breaks record as champions win
Cristiano Ronaldo set a new European Championship goalscoring record as Portugal got their title defence off to a winning start with a 3-0 victory over Hungary in Budapest.
15 June 2021
mirror.co.uk
Ronaldo slammed as "pathetic" despite breaking Euros record in Portugal win
It was a record breaking night for Cristiano Ronaldo as his double helped to guide Portugal to a 3-0 win over Hungary in their opening match at Euro 2020
15 June 2021
talksport.com
Everton still keen on making Liverpool favourite Rafa Benitez their new boss
Rafa Benitez is back under consideration for the Everton manager's job, talkSPORT understands.
11 June 2021
mirror.co.uk
Everton close to naming Nuno as new manager after missing out on Moyes
Everton owner Farhad Moshiri returned to former Wolves coach Nuno Espirito Santo after confirmation that his number one choice, David Moyes, wanted to remain loyal to West Ham
11 June 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Venezuela Copa America preview - prediction, fixtures, squad, star player
Following two consecutive quarter-final defeats, Venezuela go into this summer's Copa America looking to go one better and progress further through the tournament.
10 June 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Rafael Benitez 'in serious contention for Everton job'
Former Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez is reportedly a serious contender to become Everton's new manager.
10 June 2021
talksport.com
Rafa Benitez 'not an elite manager' as former Liverpool boss tipped for Everton
Everton would not be appointing an 'elite manager' in Rafa Benitez if they do move for the former Liverpool boss, says Simon Jordan.
10 June 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Thursday's paper talk: Achraf Hakimi, Raheem Sterling, Marcus Thuram
What the papers say Chelsea are moving to sign Inter Milan right-back Achraf Hakimi amid keen interest from Paris St Germain, The Times reports. Hakimi, 22, caught the attention of several major European clubs last season after becoming a significant figure in Inter's title-winning campaign. He has been a long-term target for Chelsea, but PSG have weighed in with a bid said to be worth £56million, which the Blues are reportedly thinking about matching.
9 June 2021
mirror.co.uk
Benitez surprise contender for Everton job as Moshiri backs ex-Liverpool boss
It is a decision which would not be too popular with the blue half of Merseyside but Benitez is believed to be a genuine front-runner for the vacant managerial position
3 June 2021
talksport.com
McCoist laughs off claims Liverpool legend Gerrard is contender for Everton job
Ally McCoist couldn't help but laugh as he dismissed the reports Liverpool legend and Rangers boss Steven Gerrard is a contender to become the new manager of EVERTON.
3 June 2021
mirror.co.uk
Van de Beek told to leave Man Utd as he's "too good" for Old Trafford treatment
The Dutchman had a debut season to forget in the Premier League and could be set for an early departure from the Red Devils
2 June 2021
mirror.co.uk
Benitez's Everton regret as Carragher tells Blues to appoint ex-Liverpool boss
The former Liverpool manager angered Blues supporters with his take on David Moyes' Blues back in 2007, and plenty of fans have never forgotten what he said
2 June 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
How Italy could line up against Czech Republic
Having now finalised their squad for the European Championships, Italy have one final friendly fixture to warm up for this summer's main event.
2 June 2021
talksport.com
Benitez 'would walk over hot coals' for Everton job as Carragher makes plea
Rafael Benitez would be very interested in replacing Carlo Ancelotti at Everton, talkSPORT was told, as the Merseyside club have been urged to appoint the former Liverpool boss.
2 June 2021
mirror.co.uk
Carragher instructs Everton on replacing Ancelotti after Real Madrid return
Everton have a number of weeks to identify their next manager before pre-season begins, but there are seldom few available with such a decorated CV as Carlo Ancelotti
1 June 2021
talksport.com
Everton set to move for ex-Wolves boss Nuno as Ancelotti closes in on Real Madrid
Everton are lining up Nuno Espirito Santo as their new manager with Carlo Ancelotti on the verge of taking the Real Madrid job.
31 May 2021
bundesliga.com
Borussia Dortmund sign Gregor Kobel from VfB Stuttgart
Borussia Dortmund have signed a new goalkeeper ahead of the new season, with Gregor Kobel joining on a five-year contract.
26 May 2021
marca.com
The young stars that led Sporting to the Liga NOS title
Trust in academy pays off
22 May 2021
mirror.co.uk
Lewandowski breaks 49-year-old Bundesliga record with last-minute goal
Lewandowski's last-gasp strike against Augsburg was his 41st in the Bundesliga this season, beating Gerd Muller's all-time record
22 May 2021
talksport.com
Lewandowski beats Muller's record but Haaland shows it could be his one day
Robert Lewandowski has the record that was labelled 'impossible' to beat as he finished this Bundesliga season with 41 goals to his name.
21 May 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Wolverhampton Wanderers
Wolves are on the hunt for a new manager following Friday's shock announcement that Nuno Espirito Santo is to leave the club at the end of the season.
19 May 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
European roundup: Federico Chiesa wins Juventus the Coppa Italia title
Federico Chiesa fired a second-half winner as Juventus beat Atalanta 2-1 to win the Coppa Italia for the fifth time in the last seven seasons.
19 May 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Steve Bruce: 'I will always have critics'
Steve Bruce was in philosophical mood after being booed by sections of the Newcastle crowd on their return to St James' Park.
17 May 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
How Atalanta could line up against Juventus
Ambitious Atalanta BC are set to take on established giants Juventus at Sassuolo's Mapei Stadium, on Wednesday, with the Coppa Italia at stake.
15 May 2021
marca.com
Ten River Plate players test positive for COVID-19 ahead of Boca Juniors clash
The Superclasico is scheduled for Sunday
15 May 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Saturday's sporting social: Bland breaks his duck on afternoon of firsts
Sports stars and clubs across the world continue to provide an insight into their lives on social media.
15 May 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Tottenham Hotspur 'to appoint new manager before end of season'
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly confident of appointing a new manager before the end of the Premier League season.
10 May 2021
mirror.co.uk
Neville names Premier League's "unsackable" managers after Ferguson and Wenger
Sir Alex Ferguson and Arsene Wenger enjoyed famously-long managerial spells with Manchester United and Arsenal respectively - and left their clubs on their own terms
10 May 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Preview: Huesca vs. Athletic Bilbao - prediction, team news, lineups
With three games of the season left to play, Huesca will aim to climb out of the bottom three of the La Liga table on Wednesday, as they host Athletic Bilbao.
10 May 2021
talksport.com
Potter and Parker backed to 'bring pride back to Tottenham' as next manager
Graham Potter and Scott Parker have been backed as the men to 'bring pride back to Tottenham', with the club told to be 'more realistic' in their search for a new manager.
8 May 2021
talksport.com
Spurs told 'be realistic' with manager targets and forget about top appointment
A former Tottenham player has branded his old club 'pretenders' and insists they have to be 'more realistic' with their targets to fill their vacant managerial role.
7 May 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
How AC Milan could line up against Juventus
AC Milan travel to Turin to meet old rivals Juventus having faded badly since the winter break and are even in danger of missing out on what was once a seemingly assured top-four finish later this month.
7 May 2021
talksport.com
Allegri favourite to replace Arteta as Arsenal fans force Emirates into lockdown
Speculation surrounding Mikel Arteta's future is ramping up following Arsenal's Europa League exit on Thursday night.

Luis Rafael Soares Alves

9 May 1995
5
1.77 m (5 ft 9+1⁄2 in)
Vitória de Guimarães