Al Gharafa, Zico part ways

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Thursday, January 30th 2014 03:30 AM

DOHA: Al Garafa terminated the contract of coach Zico after they lost their third QSL game in a row. The Brazilian legend was told his services were no longer required following the 2-1 defeat at the hands of Qatar SC on Tuesday. Following an unsuccessful attempt to reach the 2014 World Cup with Iraq; Zico had taken charge of Al Gharafa at the beginning of the ongoing season, but a combination of inconsistent results and below par performances expedited the departure of the former Japan coach. Tunisian coach Habib Al Sadiq has been put in charge of the side. His first game will be Friday's match against Al Rayyan.