Rafael Everton Lira (born 27 January 1989 in Recife, Brazil) is a Brazilian professional football coach and manager.

[1] He was the former head coach of the Nigerian Professional Football League club Akwa United F.C.

[4][5][6] He has resigned[7] from the head coach of Nigeria National League club, Vandrezzer FC.

[10] He was offered the role of assistant coach which he rejected and former Accra Hearts of Oak manager Kenichi Yatsuhashi was appointed to replace him.

[20][21][22] On 4 July 2019, Everton announced on his official social media page that his contract has been terminated by Akwa United F.C.

According to media reports, Everton was told to withdraw during the Super 6 playoffs few hours before the match against Enyimba.