Former Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro has insisted he has no regrets about leaving the Buccaneers for Al Ahly seven months ago. The Spaniard exited the Bucs camp in May after Pirates granted him an early release from his contract, and moved to Egypt, where he linked up with Al Ahly but only lasted a… Continue reading No Regrets: Jose Riveiro on Leaving Orlando Pirates for Al Ahly
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Al Ahly-Riveiro Combination a Mismatch
Former Al Ahly coach José Riveiro was never the right man for the Egyptian powerhouse. This is the view of Egyptian journalist Amr Famhy. Famhy was speaking to Radio 2000 after Al Ahly sacked the Spaniard, just three months into his new job, following his move from Orlando Pirates. “It seemed like a mismatch from… Continue reading Al Ahly-Riveiro Combination a Mismatch
Al Ahly Fire José Riveiro After One Win in Seven Games!
Egyptian powerhouse Al Ahly have wasted little time getting rid of Spanish coach José Riveiro. The former Orlando Pirates mentor was in the job for only three months and won one match in seven games, before Al Ahly directors met on Sunday and decided to act. “The club thanked Mr. José Riveiro, the first football… Continue reading Al Ahly Fire José Riveiro After One Win in Seven Games!
José Riveiro: South Africa Produces a Different Type of ‘Animal’
Spanish coach José Riveiro believes South African footballers can hold their own on the world stage. However, the current situation paints a different picture. South Africa only has one player in the English Premier League (EPL), Lyle Foster, and in fact, they have just made a return to the top flight. On the other hand,… Continue reading José Riveiro: South Africa Produces a Different Type of ‘Animal’
José Riveiro Sets the Record Straight
Ex-Orlando Pirates coach José Riveiro has dismissed claims that he left the club for family reasons. Before his departure in mid-May, there were reports that he was homesick and wanted to return to his home country, Spain. Riveiro, however, has remained on the African continent with Egyptian club Al Ahly, with whom he has signed… Continue reading José Riveiro Sets the Record Straight
José Riveiro: Why Al Ahly Signed Me
Al Ahly’s new coach, José Riveiro, has shared his thoughts on the move for the first time since his appointment recently. Riveiro joined the Red Devils following a three-year stint with Orlando Pirates. The Buccaneers allowed Riveiro to leave early, with just over a month remaining on his contract. He then concluded a two-year deal… Continue reading José Riveiro: Why Al Ahly Signed Me
Official: José Riveiro Completes Al Ahly Move
Al Ahly have confirmed the appointment of José Riveiro as their new head coach on a two-year deal. The Spaniard takes over from Swiss coach Marcel Koller, who was sacked recently despite winning 11 trophies in three years, including two CAF Champions League titles. The idiom “straight out of the frying pan into the fire”… Continue reading Official: José Riveiro Completes Al Ahly Move
José Riveiro’s Biggest Wish for Orlando Pirates
As he departs, former Orlando Pirates coach José Riveiro hopes the club will do everything in its power to protect the emerging talent. Riveiro is revered for bringing five trophies during his three-year stint with the Soweto club, before his departure on Tuesday. However, he’ll also be remembered for having faith in young players, which… Continue reading José Riveiro’s Biggest Wish for Orlando Pirates
José Riveiro Jumps Off Bucs Ship, Al Ahly Beckons
Former Orlando Pirates coach José Riveiro is on the verge of joining Egyptian powerhouse Al Ahly. The Spaniard is expected in Cairo in the next 24 hours to conclude talks on a two-year deal. Riveiro bid farewell to the Buccaneers on Tuesday, when they beat Golden Arrows 3-0 at the Orlando Stadium. Riveiro was asked… Continue reading José Riveiro Jumps Off Bucs Ship, Al Ahly Beckons
José Riveiro Leaves Orlando Pirates Tomorrow
Spanish coach José Riveiro will guide Orlando Pirates for the last time on Tuesday, 13 May. Riveiro, who won five trophies with the Buccaneers, has been granted an early release from the club. The initial agreement was for the two parties to go their separate ways at the end of the season, but a new… Continue reading José Riveiro Leaves Orlando Pirates Tomorrow