Thabo Mngomeni: Club Legend Explains Why He Wants a South African Coach at Pirates

• Former Bafana Bafana star Thabo Mngomeni has shared his preference for a South African coach to take over at Orlando Pirates following Jose Riveiro’s departure from the club this summer
• The former Sea Robbers captain believes that South African-born managers should receive the same level of support and backing as foreign coaches when taking on such a high-profile role in the Premier Soccer League
• Several South African-born coaches, including Rulani Mokwena and Pitso Mosimane, have been linked with the vacant coaching position at the Soweto giants, with Mngomeni expressing confidence in their ability to succeed at the club if given time

Former Bafana Bafana star Thabo Mngomeni has explained why he would like to see a South African being name the next coach of Orlando Pirates after Jose Riveiro's departure.

The former Pirates captain wants the local coaches to get the same support a foreigner would get if given the coaching role.

A number of local coaches have been linked with the vacant coaching role at Pirates with Rulani Mokwena and Pitso Mosimane topping the list.

Mngomeni: SA coaches deserve same patience and trust as Foreigners

In an interview with iDiskiTimes, the former Orlando Pirates player shared his view and why he prefers a South African-born coach to be named as Riveiro's replacement.

He also analysed how Riveiro was given time to acclimatise and adjust to the South African league when he arrived in the Premier Soccer League a few seasons ago.

“On that issue, I see things a little differently,” Mngomeni told iDiski Times.

“Riveiro came from outside, and like many foreign coaches, he’s been given time to adjust the team and implement his philosophy.”

Mngomeni believes local coaches should be afforded the same time and respect as their foreign counterparts, particularly in top-flight roles like the one previously held by ex-Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro, who recently joined Al Ahly.

“I have nothing against foreign coaches,” he clarified.

“But I would love to see a South African coach given that same trust, time, and respect. Who knows, he might do just as well, or even better.”

Reactions as Mnogomeni urges Pirates to go for SA coach

Matshaya, Doyi said:

"All they do is acquire these coaching licenses nothing else. It's like those graduates who are seating at home waiting for employment instead of using the same know to navigate life positively without being someone slave."

mabasa_msengo implied:

"Do anyone in South Africa have the expertise to coach at the level he's talking about...... People like this ex player must stop politicizing sport..."

Kamva8 shared:

"Pirates and chiefs will never make it with South African coaches, numbers dont lie no south african coach who has won a cup with these 2 giants."

YelloKent added:

"One of the finest to ever play the game. I will always remember the goal he scored for Umtata Bush Bucks and the other for Pirates in that world cup exhibition match against Downs in Durban, a 6 goal thriller. A true legend of the game & my success to him 🙌."

sydwell wrote:

"South African coaches need to show us what they can only pitso who can be consistence the rest they don't know what they are doing."

Leeu Riri. reacted:

"Orlando Pirates don't take this advice. That's the reason for Chiefs' struggle... Hire the best ... local or otherwise."

Mokwena reacts to Pirates' links

Briefly News also reported that Mokwena has broken his silence concerning rumours linking him with a move to Orlando Pirates.

The South African tactician has been tipped to return to Mayfair after parting ways with Wydad Athletic Club at the end of the just-concluded season.

Source: Briefly News