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Romain Folz head coach of AmaZulu FC.Backpagepix.
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Former Mamelodi Sundowns assistant set to be appointed as new head coach of Tanzanian giants Young Africans - Report

The French tactician is said to be returning to CAF Champions League football with a move to the East African giants.

  • Folz wraps stint in Algeria
  • New developments emerge
  • Reportedly set for a move to Yanga 
  • Romain Folz of Mamelodi SundownsMamelodi Sundowns on X

    WHAT HAPPENED?

    Romain Folz recently wrapped up a short stint in Algeria with Olympique Akbou, where he helped steer the relegation-threatened side to safety in just eight games. 

    Now, the 35-year-old tactician is believed to be on the verge of starting a new chapter in the Tanzanian Premier League.

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  • Romain Folz, AmaZulu FC, October 2022Backpagepix

    WHAT REPORTS SAID?

    iDiski Times shared that sources within the club have confirmed they are expecting his arrival this week, to officially succeed Miloud Hamdi – who has made the move to Egyptian Premier League club Ismaily.

  • Lucas Ribeiro and Romain Folz, Mamelodi SundownsBackpage

    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    The former Mamelodi Sundowns assistant coach previously worked with Township Rollers, Marumo Gallants, AmaZulu, and Horoya AC. 

    A yet-to-be officially confirmed move to Yanga could mark the next exciting chapter in his coaching career.

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  • Romain Folz, AmaZulu FC, November 2022Backpagepix

    WHAT’S NEXT?

    Having completed a clean sweep of domestic titles in the 2024/25 season, the East African giants have firmly reasserted their dominance at home.

    Now, with a possible move for Folz on the horizon, the focus could shift to building on that success and chasing continental glory in the CAF Champions League.

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