Sharjah signs Tata as coach of Brazilian handball team
Coach Marcos Tata is well-known in the world of handball. He recently represented Brazil at the Men's World Championship, where the team finished in seventh place. Tata has been involved in developing Brazil's handball program, which has seen great progress over the years. He also brings a wealth of experience from working with numerous clubs worldwide, particularly in South America and the Arab region.
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