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IOL News
a day ago
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- IOL News
Riveiro deserves to coach the biggest club in Africa
FORMER Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro was given a two-year contract at Al-Ahly. | BackpagePix Image: BACKPAGEPIX Not in his wildest dreams must Jose Riveiro imagined that it'd get this big. But now that it surpassed his imagination, he must soak it all in. He's earned it! Riveiro ascended to the hottest coaching seat in club football on the continent as he was announced as Al Ahly's coach this week on a two-year deal. Of course, this is Al Ahly we are talking about - he might even be lucky to last a full season at the club if he doesn't win the CAF Champions League at full attempt next season. I am not trying to jinx things for him - but he knows that he replaced Marcel Koller who came up short in the semi-final after winning back-to-back African crowns. But let's not spend time increasing the volume on what comes with expectations of coaching the Red Devils, instead let's congratulate Riveiro and wish him well in his new role. Riveiro is proof that when one works hard in silence, their success speaks for them as he arrived on the continent as an unpopular figure and changed that in four years. He might have reached the ceiling in a coaching role in club football in Africa, but his coaching prowess, and personality is going to be tested. He must hold dear to the philosophy that made him succeed at Orlando Pirates, but he must be able to acclimatise - know when, and how to react in match and daily life situations. He should be able to do that as well. Not only did he bring his own trusted lieutenants, but he feels he's at the right place where he can fully succeed as a coach. 'I'm in a European club. You don't lack anything. This is what I dreamt of and hoped for, to coach a team the size of Al Ahly,' said Riveiro according to reports from Egypt. But while Pirates might be inferior to Al Ahly, what Riveiro did at the club wasn't short of success in just three seasons as well. He duly made the Ghost 'Happy People' yet again, winning five cup finals out of six, and finishing up as the runners-up to serial champions Mamelodi Sundowns. The three successive misses on the title are what dented his CV as the greatest honour that a coach can get is by being crowned the king of his domestic league. But, boy, it's safe to say that Riveiro made up for that blemish by planting seeds which can yield positive fruits not only for Pirates, but the nation at large in the near-future. 'Cocomelon football' was in motion at Pirates last season, with youngsters getting promoted and making their mark. That didn't go unnoticed as well. Youngsters, Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Mohau Nkota and Simphiwe Selepe, who made their debuts this year, recently got Bafana Bafana call-ups. The trio are in coach Hugo Broos' final 23-member squad which will face Tanzania and Mozambique in two international friendlies in June. And while they'll all admit that Broos' decision was independent, they'll be grateful for the opportunity to make their professional appearance under Riveiro at Pirates.
The Star
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Star
Soccer-Egypt's Al-Ahly appoint Riveiro as manager ahead of Club World Cup
FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - CAF Champions League - Semi Final - First Leg - Orlando Pirates v Pyramids FC - FNB Stadium, Johannesburg, South Africa - April 19, 2025 Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro reacts REUTERS/Siphiwe Sibeko/File Photo CAIRO (Reuters) - Al-Ahly have announced Jose Riveiro as their new manager, the Egyptian Premier League champions said on Thursday, ahead of the Club World Cup in the United States. Spanish coach Riveiro will begin his stint with Al-Ahly by facing Lionel Messi's Inter Miami in the revamped Club World Cup opener on June 14. "Al-Ahly has appointed Jose Riveiro as a coach on a two-year deal," the club posted on X, a day after clinching the Egyptian league title. The 49-year-old Riveiro, who coached Orlando Pirates of South Africa last season, will replace Marcel Koller who left Al-Ahly after their loss to Mamelodi Sundowns in the CAF Champions League semi-finals last month. Emad El-Nahhas, who led the team to a record-extending 45th league title as caretaker manager, will continue as an assistant. Al-Ahly will also face Brazil's Palmeiras and Porto of Portugal in Group A of the Club World Cup. (Reporting by Mohamed Yossry in Cairo, editing by Christian Radnedge)
Straits Times
2 days ago
- Sport
- Straits Times
Egypt's Al-Ahly appoint Riveiro as manager ahead of Club World Cup
CAIRO - Al-Ahly have announced Jose Riveiro as their new manager, the Egyptian Premier League champions said on Thursday, ahead of the Club World Cup in the United States. Spanish coach Riveiro will begin his stint with Al-Ahly by facing Lionel Messi's Inter Miami in the revamped Club World Cup opener on June 14. "Al-Ahly has appointed Jose Riveiro as a coach on a two-year deal," the club posted on X, a day after clinching the Egyptian league title. The 49-year-old Riveiro, who coached Orlando Pirates of South Africa last season, will replace Marcel Koller who left Al-Ahly after their loss to Mamelodi Sundowns in the CAF Champions League semi-finals last month. Emad El-Nahhas, who led the team to a record-extending 45th league title as caretaker manager, will continue as an assistant. Al-Ahly will also face Brazil's Palmeiras and Porto of Portugal in Group A of the Club World Cup. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
The Citizen
2 days ago
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- The Citizen
Riveiro says he's delighted to join ‘European club' Al-Ahly
"I'm in a European club. You don't lack anything," said Riveiro. Jose Riveiro has described his move to Egyptian giants Al-Ahly as a dream come true. Two weeks after leaving Orlando Pirates, Riveiro was announced as the new head coach of reining African champions on Thursday. READ MORE: Ahly confirm appointment of ex-Pirates coach Riveiro The Spaniard has reportedly signed a two-year contract with Al-Ahly, 'I'm in a European club. You don't lack anything. This is what I dreamt of and hoped for, to coach a team the size of Al Ahly,' Riveiro is quoted as saying by the Egyptian media after his unveiling. Riveiro replaces Marcel Koller, who was sacked following the narrow defeat at the hands of Mamelodi Sundowns in the semifinals of the CAF Champions League. Emad El-Nahhas took over as interim head coach and guided the club to their third successive Premier League title. El-Nahhas will remain in the setup as assistant coach to Riveiro. Dream start for the Spaniard His first task is to try and win the FIFA Club World Cup in the USA. Ahly are in Group A with Portuguese giants FC Porto, Palmeiras of Brazil and Lionel Messi's Inter Miami. Riveiro joins the Red Devils off the back of a remarkably successful stint at Pirates. His three years stay at the Buccaneers saw him winning five trophies – three MTN8 titles and two Nedbank Cups. He also led Pirates to the semi-finals of the CAF Champions League, losing 3-2 on aggregate to Pyramids. The Spaniard officially left Pirates after a 3-0 win over Golden Arrows two weeks before the end of the season. Riveiro pays tribute to Pirates Riveiro paid tribute to Pirates management for allowing him to leave before the end of my contract. 'I want to express my sincere appreciation to Orlando Pirates for allowing me the opportunity to leave before the end of my contract. As someone who has never found goodbyes easy, this moment is particularly emotional for me. 'I am deeply grateful to everyone at the Club – from management and technical staff to the players and the many individuals behind the scenes who work tirelessly to support the team. ALSO READ: Egypt's Pyramids seek support as they aim to take down Sundowns 'To the players, thank you for believing in the journey we shared and for giving everything on the pitch. And to the supporters. When I first arrived, I challenged you to come out in your numbers and rally behind your team. You did that, and more. You turned every match into a moment to remember, and your passion is something I will carry with me forever.'
The Citizen
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Citizen
Ahly confirm appointment of ex-Pirates coach Riveiro
Riveiro's first task will be to lead Ahly at the Fifa Club World Cup. Egyptian giants Al Ahly have confirmed that former Orlando Pirates mentor Jose Riveiro has taken over as their new head coach. ALSO READ: Pirates star Mofokeng reveals biggest disadvantage Riveiro has signed a two-year deal to take charge of the Red Devils, Ahly announced on their official website on Thursday. 𝑨 𝒏𝒆𝒘 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒑𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝒃𝒆𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒔 😍 — Al Ahly SC 🇬🇧 (@AlAhlyEnglish) May 29, 2025 Riveiro's Pirates trophy haul Riveiro left Pirates just before the end of this season after three successful years in charge. The Buccaneers won three MTN8 trophies and two Nedbank Cups with the Spanish coach at the helm. This season, they also reached the semifinals of the Caf Champions League, just losing out to Egyptian side Pyramids. Ahly also lost in the semifinals of this season's Champions League, going down to Mamelodi Sundowns. After this result they parted ways with Swiss coach Marcel Koller, paving the way for Riveiro to take over. Taking on the world Riveiro's first task in charge of Ahly will be to lead them at the expanded Fifa Club World Cup in the USA. ALSO READ: Chiefs' Nabi to stay – 'for now' Ahly have been drawn in Group A alongside Inter Miami, Brazil's Palmeiras and Portuguese giants FC Porto.
