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The Citizen
15-07-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
Rulani explains MC Alger technical team
'The club insists on a couple of people, which is excellent,' Mokwena told Metro FM. New MC Alger head coach Rulani Mokwena be joined by a mixture of his own choice of staff and some that the club want him to use, as he takes up his latest role on the African continent. ALSO READ: Williams questions Nkota's Pirates to Saudi switch Mokwena left Wydad Casablanca towards the end of last season, and while he was heavily linked with a move back to Orlando Pirates, the 38 year-old has chosen to remain in North Africa. Rulani – 'The club insists' 'The club insists on a couple of people, which is excellent. That still breeds familiarity … there is still a little bit of … technical staff that knows how to win and do well in the Champions League with this group,' Mokena told Andile Ncube on Metro FM. Mokwena will be joined at MC Alger by his former colleague at Mamelodi Sundowns, goalkeeper coach Wendell Robinson. 'I've got coach Wendell [Robinson] because he also speaks a goalkeeping language and if we retain a goalkeeping coach maybe the relationship there can be established a little bit quicker.' Former Togo and AS Vita assistant coach Enzo Donis will also join up with Mokwena in Algeria. 'Then, of course I have an assistant coach that's worked with AS Vita, who is from Belgium and he's coming on. He's agreed to leave his job with the Togo national team, and so he's excited by the project. 'He also allows me to have someone of a hybrid assistant because he's got a bit of work and expertise in setpieces.' Mahlangu on board Mokwena also confirmed he will be joined by conditioning coach Sbu Mahlangu, who worked with him at Sundowns and Wydad. ALSO READ: Chiefs 'a joy to watch' says Dutch coach MC Alger are the reigning Algerian champions, who won the Champions League way back in 1976 but since then have not got past the quarterfinals. The club will no doubt hope that Mokwena's experience of Champions League football can help them break that particular hoodoo.
The South African
12-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates news: R3 million court case and Miguel Timm
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has won a major legal case against his former Congolese club AS Vita following a prolonged dispute over wrongful dismissal. Currently in Spain with his new team, Orlando Pirates, for pre-season training, the Moroccan coach received a favourable decision from FIFA's Dispute Resolution Chamber. The verdict comes nearly a year after Ouaddou lodged the complaint with the global football authority. According to reports from African media on Thursday, FIFA has officially sanctioned AS Vita, ordering the club to pay Ouaddou approximately $180,000 (around R3.2 million) in unpaid wages and bonuses. In addition to the financial penalty, the club now faces a transfer ban that will remain in effect until the full amount is paid…Full story here. Kaizer Chiefs news: R10 million winger and special advice Miguel Timm warms up for Orlando Pirates at the Orlando Stadium. Image: Sowetan Sekhukhune United have started to call Miguel Timm their own player after a free transfer following his departure from Betway Premiership giants Orlando Pirates. Released star sends Orlando Pirates an emotional message The 33-year-old has joined Babina Noko after Orlando Pirates opted not to exercise the extension on his contract, which expired at the end of June. The Durban-born Timm will now reunite with coach Eric Tinkler, who played a key role in his development during their time together at Maritzburg United. Orlando Pirates' warm tribute had said: 'Thank you, Miguel Timm, for every tackle, every pass, and every battle fought. Wishing you all the best. Once. Always…Full story here. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
11-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
R3 million payment for Orlando Pirates coach
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has won a major legal case against his former Congolese club AS Vita following a prolonged dispute over wrongful dismissal. Currently in Spain with his new team, Orlando Pirates, for pre-season training, the Moroccan coach received a favourable decision from FIFA's Dispute Resolution Chamber. The verdict comes nearly a year after Ouaddou lodged the complaint with the global football authority. Orlando Pirates news: 100k salary and coach in hospital Abdelsam Ouaddou in charge of Marumo Gallants. Image: Sowetan According to reports from African media on Thursday, FIFA has officially sanctioned AS Vita, ordering the club to pay Ouaddou approximately $180,000 (around R3.2 million) in unpaid wages and bonuses. In addition to the financial penalty, the club now faces a transfer ban that will remain in effect until the full amount is paid. R10 million from Kaizer Chiefs to sign talented PSL winger? The dispute dates back to October 2024, when Ouaddou abruptly parted ways with AS Vita under contentious circumstances. He accused the Kinshasa-based club of unfair treatment and failure to honour his contract, leading him to take the case to FIFA. 'The former coach of AS Vita has won his case against the club and is set to smile all the way to the bank,' an insider told Soccer Laduma. 'He deserves it, as the club owed him a significant amount of money. That's why he left in the first place — not because he wanted to, but because of the situation. 'He believed in the project, and it really was a strong one at one of Africa's top clubs. But he's not focused on the past. He's now fully committed to another exciting project with Orlando Pirates, and he's happy to be there,' the source concluded. This ruling marks a significant win for the coach and highlights the importance of contractual integrity and legal recourse in professional football. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
IOL News
23-06-2025
- Sport
- IOL News
Fans in shock as Orlando Pirates appoint Abdeslam Ouaddou as new coach
SHOCK APPOINTMENT FILE. Orlando Pirates have appointed Moroccan Abdeslam Ouaddou as its new head coach, succeeding José Riveiro, with pre-season preparations set for Marbella, Spain. Picture: Jean-Christophe Verhaegen/AFP Having played from 1999 to 2013 as a centre-back, the Moroccan took up his first coaching role in January last year when he was appointed AS Vita head coach. Speculation had been rife as to who would take over the coaching role after José Riveiro did not renew his contract at the end of last season. Former Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena had been widely tipped for the position. Orlando Pirates on Monday confirmed the shock appointment of Abdeslam Ouaddou as the new head coach of the club. Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Orlando Pirates Appoint Abdeslam Ouaddou as New Head Coach Here is the full statement from Orlando Pirates on Ouaddou's appointment: Orlando Pirates Football Club is pleased to announce the appointment of Abdeslam Ouaddou as the new Head Coach. Ouaddou takes over the reins ahead of the new season, replacing José Riveiro at the helm following his decision to step down to join Al Ahly, after a successful three-year tenure. Born in Alnif, Morocco, the 46-year-old brings a wealth of experience both as a player and a tactician. A former Moroccan international, Ouaddou earned 68 caps for the Atlas Lions and enjoyed a distinguished playing career across several top European leagues. His deep understanding of the game, coupled with a strong leadership profile, positions him well to lead the Buccaneers into a new era. Coach Ouaddou, who is expected to arrive in South Africa towards the end of the week, will be assisted by Mandla Ncikazi and Rayaan Jacobs, Helmi Gueldich and Tyron Damons. Pre-season preparations will officially kick off on 27 June. As part of preparations for the upcoming campaign, Orlando Pirates will embark on their third consecutive international pre-season tour to Marbella, Spain. The training camp – set to run from July 8 to July 20 – will see the team engage in high-level friendly matches against European opponents including Bolton Wanderers (England), Pafos FC (Cyprus), Las Palmas (Spain), and Granada (Spain). @Michael_Sherman IOL Sport
