Alejandro Dorado, Black LeopardsBlack Leopards

Another former Real Madrid coach takes charge of South African club

  • Dorado has massive European experience
  • Has initially worked under Benitez
  • Leopards hope to get promoted to the PSL

WHAT HAPPENED: The Black Leopards will be playing in South Africa's second-tier competition after purchasing All-Stars' status.

The new tactician, Dorado, was unveiled in Polokwane on Monday, and will now work alongside former Malawi international Peter Mponda.

AND WHAT IS MORE: Dorado will bring another assistant to work with at the club as the Black Leopards strategize for promotion to the Premier Soccer League next season.

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Dorado is the second coach associated with Real Madrid to work in South African football after Premier Soccer League side AmaZulu appointed Pablo Franco Martin as their coach a couple of days ago.

THE BIGGER PICTURE: Dorado initially worked for Real Madrid Academy from the 2012/13 season to 2018.

He then joined the Finnish outfit Honka FC and worked under former Liverpool and Chelsea coach Rafa Benitez.

The 38-year-old has also worked as an assistant coach for Dalian Professional and HFX Wanderers respectively.

WHAT NEXT: Dorado will now have to ensure he motivates the players to get promoted at the end of the 2023/24 campaign.

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