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Watch VideoRulani Mokwena's departure from Wydad Casablanca: What’s next for the coach?

Rulani Mokwena's tenure at Wydad Casablanca has come to an abrupt end as the club announces his immediate departure. After high expectations following his arrival, the coach faced challenges that led to his exit.

Sport Soccer PSL
Lunga Biyela|Published

Watch VideoRulani Mokwena’s return written in the stars as Riveiro bids farewell to Orlando Pirates

Rhulani Mokwena's exit from Moroccan giants Wydad Athletic Club could be timely, as Orlando Pirates are currently in the hunt for a new coach as Jose Riveiro is set to vacate his seat.

Sport Soccer
Obakeng Meletse|Published

Watch VideoRulani Mokwena has grown to be his own man, and he deserves plaudits

Rhulani Mokwena has already ran a good race in his career, and that why his imminent dismissal by Wydad Casablanca shouldn't deter him or paint him as a failure.

Sport Soccer PSL
Mihlali Baleka|Published

PSL heavyweights eager to continue with purple patch in Cairo

Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates will be eager to continue with their respective unbeaten runs in Cairo when visit Al Ahly and Pyramids in the CAF Champions League semi-final second leg on Friday.

Sport Soccer Africa
Mihlali Baleka|Published

Watch VideoWhy Rulani Mokwena is the right man to end Orlando Pirates’ title drought — despite Moeneeb Josephs’ criticism

With Jose Riveiro's departure from Orlando Pirates confirmed, the club's search for a new head coach is underway. Rulani Mokwena, currently with Wydad Casablanca, emerges as a strong candidate, but former Pirates star Moeneeb Josephs raises concerns about his suitability.

Sport Opinion
Lunga Biyela|Published

Watch VideoMoeneeb Josephs voices concerns over Rulani Mokwena's possible return to Orlando Pirates

With Jose Riveiro set to leave Orlando Pirates, the club's search for a new coach has begun, with Rulani Mokwena emerging as a strong candidate. However, club legend Moeneeb Josephs expresses doubts about Mokwena's suitability for the role.

Sport Soccer PSL
Lunga Biyela|Published

Rulani Mokwena's Wydad exit confirmed as agent reveals end-of-season departure

Rulani Mokwena's turbulent tenure at Wydad Casablanca will conclude at season's end, his agent confirms. After his surprising dismissal from Mamelodi Sundowns , Mokwena's Moroccan adventure has been disappointing with the club set to finish trophyless.

Sport Soccer
Lunga Biyela|Published

Why Orlando Pirates should look within: The case for Mandla Ncikazi as head coach

With Jose Riveiro leaving Orlando Pirates, big names like Pitso Mosimane and Rulani Mokwena are being touted as replacements. However, the club's current assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi offers something these high-profile candidates don't - deep institutional knowledge, tactical understanding, and years of experience working behind the scenes at Pirates.

Sport Opinion
Lunga Biyela|Published

Mosimane, Mokwena? Top five candidates to replace Jose Riveiro at Orlando Pirates

With Jose Riveiro set to depart Orlando Pirates at the season's end, we explore five potential coaching replacements who could lead the Soweto giants into a new era.

Sport Soccer PSL
Obakeng Meletse|Published

Pirates' Jose Riveiro linked to Rulani Mokwena's job at Wydad Casablanca as coaching carousel begins

Rulani Mokwena's future at Moroccan giants Wydad Casablanca hangs in the balance as reports suggest Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro could replace him. The potential coaching swap comes as Riveiro prepares to leave Pirates at the end of the season.

Sport Soccer PSL
Lunga Biyela|Published

Watch VideoOrlando Pirates' next coach: Why Micho's controversial past makes him unsuitable for the club

Orlando Pirates must consider the implications of Micho's past as they seek a new head coach.

Sport Opinion
Lunga Biyela|Published

Orlando Pirates coaching vacancy: Could family legacy see Rulani Mokwena return home?

As Jose Riveiro prepares to exit Orlando Pirates, Rulani Mokwena — currently struggling at Wydad Casablanca — could make a triumphant return to his family's club. With deep Pirates roots through his father and uncle, and a proven tactical mind honed under Pitso Mosimane, could Mokwena be the prodigal son Pirates need to reclaim South African football dominance?

Sport Soccer PSL
Lunga Biyela|Published

Watch VideoWhy are Mamelodi Sundowns wasting talented Siyabonga Mabena?

Rising star Siyabonga Mabena's dramatic fall from regular first-team action to near obscurity at Mamelodi Sundowns raises serious questions about South African football's commitment to youth development.

Sport Soccer PSL
Lunga Biyela|Published

Is Orlando Pirates star Relebohile Mofokeng headed to Rulani Mokwena's Wydad Casablanca?

Moroccan giants Wydad Casablanca are reportedly interested in signing Orlando Pirates youngster Relebohile Mofokeng, with talks allegedly held regarding a potential transfer.

Sport Soccer PSL
Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Mokwena’s virtual coaching masterclass propels Wydad to second place

South African coach Rulani Mokwena demonstrates tactical brilliance from afar, orchestrating Wydad Casablanca's impressive 5-1 victory and advancement to second place in the Botola Pro, all while managing the team virtually from South Africa.

Sport
Matshelane Mamabolo|Published

Watch VideoMLS dream or career nightmare? Why South African players struggle in American soccer

South African footballers are increasingly drawn to America's Major League Soccer, but the promising pay cheques often come at the cost of their international careers.

Sport Opinion
Lunga Biyela|Published

‘Lorch was not happy at Sundowns!’ Coach Miguel Cardoso reacts as midfielder joins Wydad Casablanca on loan

Thembinkosi Lorch's unhappiness and lack of playing time at Mamelodi Sundowns are among the reasons why it was necessary for the club to loan out the veteran midfielder, according to the club's head coach, Miguel Cardoso.

Sport Soccer PSL
Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Watch VideoThembinkosi Lorch's Kaizer Chiefs move unlikely as Wydad Casablanca option emerges

In a dramatic transfer window twist, Mamelodi Sundowns are poised to send Thembinkosi Lorch abroad rather than strengthen rivals Kaizer Chiefs.

Sport Soccer PSL
Lunga Biyela|Published

Watch VideoPeace offering: Hugo Broos acknowledges Rulani Mokwena's Sundowns success

In a surprising turn of events, Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has praised former rival Rulani Mokwena's impressive management of Mamelodi Sundowns' star-studded squad, despite their previous public disagreements.

Sport Soccer Bafana
Lunga Biyela|Published

Rulani Mokwena has no plans to return to SA anytime soon

Former Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena says he will continue to work abroad should his time with Moroccan giants Wydad Casablanca come to an end.

Sport Soccer PSL
Lunga Biyela|Published

Cassius Mailula's dilemma: Toronto FC and Wydad Casablanca battle for in-form Bafana striker ahead of Club World Cup

Toronto FC want Cassius Mailula back at the club, but Wydad Casablanca want the player to remain for the duration of his loan contract.

Sport Soccer
Lunga Biyela|Published

Watch VideoMiguel Cardoso wants to make Mamelodi Sundowns’ CAF ‘dreams come true’

New Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso respects what the club have achieved in the last few seasons, and that’s why he wants to add more chapters to their success.

Saturday Star Sport
Mihlali Baleka|Published

Back like Mo Salah’s hairline | Working Title FC Podcast

Working Title FC is an award-winning sports podcast and it wants your ears. Tired of the hum-drum ex-pro or manic football fan type of podcast, Paulo and Senzo set about to create ashow that speaks the way fans do - about the things fans speak about. Mostly covering football, don’t be surprised to hear about NBA, rugby, Grid-Iron, tennis orfootgolf!

Multimedia Podcasts
IOL Reporter|Published

Mokwena to meet hero Guardiola in Club World Cup

Rulani Mokwena prepares to face his coaching idol, Pep Guardiola, in the FIFA Club World Cup. Will the young South African coach rise to the occasion or be overwhelmed by the experience?

iOS Sport
Matshelane Mamabolo|Published

Can Manqoba Mngqithi’s Mamelodi Sundowns conquer cup final?

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi is hoping to live up to his name by conquering all round in the Carling Knockout Cup final against Magesi FC on Saturday night.

The Star Sport
Mihlali Baleka|Published