The ex-Glamour Boys shot-stopper coach has broken his silence following a shocking exit from Moroccan giants. The Tunisian coach, who recently joined Nasreddine Nabi at Raja, has seen his contract terminated amid a scandal involving an explicit video.
Former Amakhosi goalkeeper coach has seen his tenure at the Moroccan giants come to a crashing halt following a massive off-field scandal. The Tunisian specialist was shown the exit door just over two weeks after joining the club, leaving his career in the balance after a brief and turbulent stay.
The Green Eagles have officially confirmed the departure of their South African head coach following a difficult run of form in the Moroccan Botola Pro 1 has left the club in fifth place, four points off log leaders RS Berkane.
The Chloorkop outfit are within touching distance of continental immortality, but the Raja Club Athletic coach has cautioned the South African side that the real battle is only just beginning. While Masandawana head into the second leg brimming with confidence after their first-leg win at Loftus Versfeld, they must now endure a baptism of fire in North Africa if they are to cross the finish line and complete the job.
The South African coach has finally addressed the long-standing rumours surrounding Durban City FC chairman and his alleged tendency to interfere with tactical decisions. The former Maritzburg United boss, who is now making waves in Morocco with Raja Casablanca, has provided a rare glimpse into the inner workings of one of South Africa's most prominent football administrators.
The former Masandawana head coach has welcomed the intense title race currently unfolding in the Premier Soccer League, insisting that the neck-and-neck battle between the Brazilians and Buccaneers is exactly what South African football needs. The three-time CAF Champions League winner believes the unpredictability of the current campaign has breathed new life into the domestic game as the season reaches its climax.
The 44-year-old South African coach of the Green Eagles was left fuming after his side's title ambitions took a massive hit during a chaotic "Classico" against the CAF Champions League finalists. The match was overshadowed by scenes of violence in the stands and a series of officiating decisions that have sparked a heated debate across the Moroccan top flight.
South Africa is among the 16 teams that made it out of the initial group stage after finishing second in their pool, which had the seven-time champions Egypt who eventually topped it, alongside COSAFA duo Zimbabwe and Angola, who were eliminated. Former Buccaneers tactician hopes to see his country in the final but has branded another team as the 'most dangerous.'
The 44‑year‑old coach took charge of Raja in September and has since collected 15 points from seven Botola Pro matches, lifting the club into fourth place. With Raja sitting five points behind leaders Wydad Athletic Club but holding a game in hand, Davids now turns his focus to the January window to strengthen his squad.
The former Mamelodi Sundowns attacker is a regular starter for the Moroccan giants, where he is one of their key players. After his impressive performances at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, the 32-year-old continues with his good form for the Casablanca side.
The two Moroccan heavyweights played against each other on Wednesday night at the Mohammed V Stadium in the top tier. Either side could have gone top of the table with maximum points, but chances went begging with both teams failing to get the ball in the back of the net.
The ongoing exclusion of 'Nyoso' from the South African national team has divided opinion. Many are arguing that the talented winger deserves a place in the squad after his performances for Wydad Casablanca at the FIFA Club World Cup, Caf Confederation Cup and the Botola Pro have earned the praise of fans, coaches and teammates.
South Africa have begun preparations for December's Africa Cup of Nations finals to be hosted by Morocco. They will face their COSAFA rivals during the November FIFA break as the Belgian coach tries to come up with a list of players he will take to Africa's flagship football competition.
The former Simba SC tactician has had a rather good start to his reign with the Moroccan outfit. Davids left the Tanzanian heavyweights for a return to North Africa, where he hopes to enjoy some success.
The former Buccaneers coach was in his second game in charge of the Green Eagles and failed to guide his team to collecting maximum points at home. Coaching a demanding club with fans who are not patient with coaches or underperforming players, the South African will have to record a win in their next match.
Two goals scored in either half saw Davids' side register a crucial victory, which means his second stint with the Moroccan side has started in a way he would have preferred. Apart from winning, Raja managed to keep a clean sheet under the new regime led by the South African.
The South African tactician has made his return to Morocco, reuniting with the club where he once served as assistant coach. During his previous stint, Davids partnered with fellow ex-Buccaneers mentor Josef Zinnbauer and together they masterminded a memorable double in the 2023/24 season, securing both the prestigious Botola Pro league crown and the coveted Throne Cup.
Local coaches continue to get big jobs in foreign lands, providing the country with a deep pool of experienced trainers, something that could benefit Bafana Bafana in future. Morocco has now become a place where South African tacticians are trusted.
The South African tactician has announced he is leaving the East African side and has already been confirmed by the Moroccan side as their new coach. The position had been linked with Nasreddine Nabi.
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