Savio Medeira, born on 20 March 1965, is a former Indian footballer and accomplished coach. A loyal Salgaocar player from 1983 to 2000, he won the NFL, Federation Cup, and two Rover Cups. Transitioning into management, he led Salgaocar to a Durand Cup title and a strong league presence. Savio later served as assistant coach for India, contributing to the team’s Nehru Cup and AFC Challenge Cup triumphs. As national team head coach in 2011, he guided India to the SAFF Cup title. Now interim technical director of India and technical director at Sporting Clube de Goa, his football journey continues.
Major Titles with Salgaocar
1990-1997
Rover Cup
1997
Federation Cup
1998
National Football League (NFL)
Salgaocar SC
2000–2001
Assistant Coach
2001–2008
Head Coach
India National Football Team
2008–2011
Assistant Coach
2011–2012
Head Coach
Technical Director, AIFF / India National Team – 2021–Present (interim)
Technical Director, Sporting Clube de Goa – Current