Pitso Mosimane claims he is 'more appreciated' outside than Mzansi & hints Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs don't adore coaches as they should - 'In Egypt... they treat you like god'

Pitso Mosimane is currently one of the most successful coaches in Africa, owing to what he has achieved.

The 60-year-old made his name in South Africa with Mamelodi Sundowns before leaving for Egypt, where he coached heavyweights Al Ahly for more than two years before his exit.

Jingles has also coached in the Middle East, with his latest assignment being in Iran, where he served Esteghlal before leaving unceremoniously.

Mosimane has now challenged teams in the Premier Soccer League, like Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates, to show unconditional love to their coaches.

“I think I am more appreciated a little bit outside than in my country, but yes, I am loved in the country," he told SuperSport TV.

"You see, every time I move around, people give me respect, and I am humbled. It is the game of football that has given me that chance, but in Egypt, it is another story, and that is [Al Ahly], the biggest club, one of the biggest clubs in the world," Mosimane added.

“Look, Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs are big in the country, we all know that, but the coach of Orlando Pirates and Chiefs can pass [in town] and it is okay.

"In Egypt, if you coach Al Ahly, you don’t pass, they stop you and they treat you like God," he concluded.

Mosimane has been a free agent since leaving Esteghlal early in the year,

The tactician has been linked with several teams; Zamalek are one of the teams that are reportedly chasing the South African.

The former Al Ahly coach is also among the tacticians who might be considered by Orlando Pirates as Jose Riveiro's replacement.

Mosimane is a top coach who shouldn't be out in the cold for long, since he has what it takes to improve the game.

It is interesting to see where he might end up landing ahead of the 2025/26 season.