Jose Riveiro: Spanish Tactician Joins New Club Days After Leaving Orlando Pirates

• Spanish coach Jose Riveiro has been named the new manager of Egyptian giants Al Ahly shortly after announcing his departure from Orlando Pirates
• The former Celta Vigo Youth manager replaces Marcel Koller, who was dismissed following the team’s loss to Sundowns in the CAF Champions League semi-finals
• Fans shared their thoughts on social media after the Red Devils unveiled the Spaniard alongside his technical crew

Spanish tactician Jose Riveiro has been named the new manager of Al Ahly days after announcing his departure from Orlando Pirates.

The former Celta Vigo youth coach decided to leave the Sea Robbers at the end of his contract and was even permitted to leave earlier than expected, with his last match in charge being a 3-0 win over Lamontville Golden Arrows in the Betway Premiership.

The Spanish mentor had a great time with the Soweto giants, winning five trophies, but was unable to lead them to the Betway Premiership title, with Mamelodi Sundowns dominating the league.

Riveiro joins Al Ahly after leaving Pirates

Riveiro was appointed the new manager of Al Ahly, replacing Marcel Koller, who was sacked after the Red Devils lost to Sundowns in the CAF Champions League semi-finals.

The former Pirates manager signed a two-year contract with the Egyptian giants, and his first assignment will be the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, which will be held in the United States.

Al Ahly released an official statement on their website to confirm Riveiro’s appointment as their new mentor.

"Mohamed Youssef, the club's sporting director, announced the club's signing of Spanish coach Jose Riveiro as technical director of the first football team for two years," the club stated.

Riveiro’s full technical team:

Carlos Nodar (assistant coach)

Miguel Pepeira (physical trainer)

Juan Jose (goalkeeper coach)

Sebastian Podsiadly (performance analyst)

Emad El Nahhas (general coach)

Reactions as Riveiro lands Al Ahly job

Adewunmi Temitope said:

"@orlandopirates If we go back to becoming on Kaizer chief's level it's actually on you and the management!! @AlAhly were really smart! Shame on you guys."

Smooth operator commented:

"Congratulations coach we wish you all the best as Buccaneers."

mkhuseli wrote:

"That's Egypt, they don't play. If he does not deliver during Club World Cup, he might not even start any season there."

Desmond Mogotlane shared:

"What an Achievement for this Coach! Orlando Pirates really put him on the African Map, we wish him all the best in Egypt. 🇪🇬 He brought serious competition to the South African 🇿🇦 League by competing with Mamelodi Sundowns!"

Siyaya Khoza reacted"

"All the Best Coach, u gave my Chiefs a Headache till we sent you away with that win from the Nedbank Cup. Enjoy your new venture."

NerdyGirl added:

"Congratulations my coach ❤️🙌we miss you at Orlando Pirates."

Ex-Chiefs star offers advice to Pirates on coaching appointment

Briefly News also reported that a former Kaizer Chiefs player has offered guidance to Orlando Pirates ahead of their search for a new head coach before the upcoming season.

The ex-Bafana Bafana star highlighted key qualities and factors the Sea Robbers should consider when selecting their next manager.

Source: Briefly News