After months without a job, former Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana head coach Pitso Mosimane has found himself with a new project.
Mosimane was on Thursday appointed as the new head coach of Iranian club Esteghlal Football Club who play in the Persian Gulf Pro League.
He joins the club following the departure of Javad Nekounam, who leaves after a poor start to the season. The club were also beaten 3-0 by Zob Ahan on Friday, prior to Mosimane’s appointment.
“Esteghlal F.C. is a very big club in the Gulf region, with a long and illustrious history. The two Asian Champions League stars on top of their badge tell you what kind of club this is,” Mosimane said in a statement.
“Their last trophy was won in 2022, and we can believe their fans are hungry for glory once again. The challenge that awaits us is steep, but it is our privilege to lead such a prolific club. I would like to thank the club leadership for placing their trust in us. We are ready to get to work.”
In Iran, Mosimane will be supported by the technical team of Maahier Davids, Kabelo Rangoaga, Musi Matlaba and Kyle Solomon.
Before the start of the season, Mosimane was linked with the Kaizer Chiefs job.
Mosimane’s last job was in Saudi Arabia with Abha. He left the club after failing to keep them in the Saudi Pro League.
Before then, he was the head coach of Al Wahda from the United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia’s Al Ahli. He also famously won the CAF Champions with Egyptian giants Al Ahly, as well as Sundowns.
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