Rhulani Mokwena bids emotional farewell to Wydad after abrupt exit and narrowly missing dream clash with Pep Guardiola at Club World Cup- 'I am so proud of our work, even though we know we could have done a lot better'

Rhulani Mokwena has officially parted ways with Wydad Casablanca and shared a heartfelt letter addressed to the club, players, and supporters. In his message, Mokwena expressed deep gratitude for the opportunity to coach one of Africa's most iconic teams.

He highlighted the strong foundation they built together and the remarkable winning streak that brought the team back into contention at one point in the season. He also acknowledged the disappointment of their critical loss to MAS, which ultimately dashed their CAF Champions League hopes.

Despite the ups and downs, he praised the players for their commitment and thanked the fans for standing by the team. Mokwena’s letter reflected both humility and ambition as he now looks forward to what lies ahead. His focus is now on finding the right next project to continue his growth as a top-level football coach.

With Mokwena now a free agent, attention quickly turned to South Africa, where Orlando Pirates have yet to appoint a permanent coach following Jose Riveiro’s departure. Mokwena, who previously worked at Pirates as co-coach, has already been linked with a possible return to the Parktown-based club.

His experience, local knowledge, and recent exposure to North African football make him a strong candidate. Many believe he could be the figure to bring consistency and continental success to Bucs. His name continues to circulate as the club evaluates its next move ahead of the new season.

As Mokwena regroups after his time in Morocco, he and his technical team are taking time to reflect and plan carefully. They remain patient, with a strong belief that the right opportunity will come. Whether in South Africa or abroad, Mokwena has made it clear he is ready for the next challenge. His journey continues as one of the most promising young tacticians in African football.