Silas takes over Qatar club Al Arabi

Former Brazil international Paulo Silas is the new coach of Qatar club Al Arabi, on a one-year contract.

Silas, who made 37 appearances and played in two World Cups from 1986 to 1992 for his country, becomes the fourth South American to coach a Qatar Stars League side.

He joins compatriots Sebastiao Lazzaroni of Qatar Sports Club, Paulo Autuori of Al Rayyan, and Pericles Chamusca of Al Jaish in the 12-team Qatari league.

The 46-year-old Silas takes over from Chamusca. His appointment was announced late Tuesday by the club.

Silas has since 2007 coached Brazilian clubs Gremio and Flamengo and most recently Avai, which sits at the bottom of the Brazilian league.