South African club loses coach Riveiro amid speculation of joining Al Ahly before FIFA Club World Cup
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Get ready, soccer fans! Spanish coach, Jose Riveiro, might be joining forces with Egypt's powerhouse team, Al Ahly, before the Club World Cup kicks off in the US.
Gossips are swirling that Riveiro is about to ditch Orlando Pirates and hop on the Al Ahly bandwagon, but neither Riveiro nor Al Ahly have confirmed this juicy tidbit just yet. If the rumors are true, it appears that Riveiro has already bid Orlando Pirates adieu, suggesting a deal is on the table for him to join another team[1][2].
As for Al Ahly, they've been coachless since Marcel Koller bailed out last month following their elimination in the CAF Champions League semifinals against Mamelodi Sundowns[1]. Jose Riveiro could step into this vacant position soon, provided some last-minute details regarding his assistant staff and coaching autonomy are ironed out[1][3].
Orlando Pirates has confirmed that Riveiro won't be sticking around for their next game, which is scheduled for Tuesday. The club chairman, Irvin Khoza, announced that Riveiro has requested to be released from his contract early, hinting at a move to another club[2].
Jose Riveiro spent close to three years with Orlando Pirates and previously coached in Finland[2]. And, if the rumors are true, Al Ahly could be his next pit stop! The African champions, who have snagged the title four out of the past five seasons[1], qualified for the inaugural 32-team Club World Cup by nabbing the African title in 2021, 2023, and 2024[1].
If Riveiro does land the gig with Al Ahly, his first game could potentially take place during the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup. However, the exact date remains a mystery for now, as it depends on the confirmation of his appointment and Al Ahly's upcoming match schedule[2][5]. Keep your fingers crossed, football fans, as we wait for official word on this exciting prospect!
P.S.: Stay tuned for further updates at AP Soccer.
[1] African champions Al Ahly's impending Coach appointment: Jose Riveiro (Details about coaching autonomy and assistant staff yet to be finalized)
[2] Jose Riveiro departs Orlando Pirates: Early confirmation of move to another club
[3] Jose Riveiro must navigate Assistant Staff and Coaching Autonomy issues to finalize deal with Al Ahly
[4] Al Ahly's Club World Cup Qualification: winning the African title in 2021, 2023, and 2024
[5] Jose Riveiro's arrival in Cairo: expected on May 15, 2025, to finalize his move to Al Ahly.
- Amid the rumors, European leagues, such as Laliga, might be eager to take note if Spanish coach Jose Riveiro officially joins Egyptian powerhouse team Al Ahly, especially before they compete in the upcoming Club World Cup.
- Toronto-based soccer enthusiasts and media outlets will undoubtedly be intrigued if news breaks about Jose Riveiro's potential move from Orlando Pirates to Al Ahly, as it would impact the Portland-based team's performance in their upcoming games.
- With the ongoing speculation about Jose Riveiro's departure from Orlando Pirates, sports fans and media worldwide will keenly follow the developments in this story, particularly if Al Ahly's coach vacancy is eventually filled, potentially reshaping the European-Leagues and African soccer landscape.
