Eva Olid explains Paschalis Xanthos' appointment as Hearts Women No.2

Xanthos joins from Everton in the Women’s Super League, where he initially worked as an under-16s coach before becoming the lead performance analyst for the first team. Prior to that, he worked in MK Dons’ academy and had a spell as the manager of the women’s under-23s side.

He replaces Gavin Beith, who left his role as assistant manager last week to pursue an opportunity abroad.

“When looking for a new assistant, it was of course important not to drop the high standard that Gavin Beith had set in the role,” Olid told the club website. “The one thing I was sure that I wanted was someone with experience in the professional game.

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“Pascal has exactly that. He’s spent time with Everton Women and within their academy. I could see in our interview that he has very good tactical knowledge and has similar ideas to myself.

“His ability to analyse matches will be a big help for me and I am sure he will help us to achieve our objectives this season.”

Hearts Women will fly out to Spain next week for a warm-weather training camp ahead of the new SWPL season kicking off on Sunday 11 August with a trip to Queen's Park.