Excitement is buzzing at Esteghlal FC as they welcome their new head coach, Pitso Mosimane.
However, fans will have to wait a bit longer to see him on the sidelines, as he won’t be coaching during the much-anticipated match against Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr in the AFC Champions League this Tuesday evening.
Mosimane officially joined the club last Friday, signing a contract that will last until the end of the current season.
Coaching Staff Unveiled
Pitso Mosimane isn’t going to tackle this challenge alone; he will be supported by a strong technical team, which includes Maahier Davids, Kabelo Rangoaga, Musi Matlaba, and Kyle Solomon.
This group brings a wealth of experience to the table, having worked alongside Mosimane at various levels throughout his career.
Before taking on the Esteghlal role, Mosimane had been without a club for four months after leaving Abha Club in Saudi Arabia last June.
Now, he’s ready to dive back into the world of football management.
Current Standing in the AFC Champions League
As it stands, Esteghlal has played two matches in the AFC Champions League, securing three points and placing fifth in the standings.
The team has one win and one loss so far, and with the match against Al Nassr on the horizon, the stakes are high for the players.
In light of fans’ eagerness to see Mosimane make his debut, Esteghlal took to social media to inform everyone that he won’t be at the helm just yet.
They posted, “@TheRealPitso will not be coaching Famous Royal Blues in the coming game, as his official beginning of training camp will be on Wednesday, the day after Esteghlal’s important game against @AlNassrFC_EN.”
Mark Your Calendars for Mosimane’s First Match
After the showdown with Al Nassr, Esteghlal will quickly turn their attention back to domestic competition.
Mosimane’s first match in charge will take place on the road against Kheybar on Saturday, October 26, in the Iran Pro League. The kickoff is set for 3:30 PM SA time at Takhti Stadium.
Kheybar features some familiar faces, including Kenya international and former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Anthony Akumu.
The two teams are neck and neck in the league standings, separated by just two points, with Esteghlal holding a game in hand.
After seven matches, Esteghlal has collected eight points, with two wins, two draws, and three losses.
Looking Ahead
Fans are eager to see how Mosimane will transform Esteghlal’s fortunes as they navigate through the league and the Champions League.
With a challenging fixture against Al Nassr and a league match coming up, it’s an exciting time for both the team and its supporters.
The anticipation continues to build as everyone awaits the beginning of a new era at Esteghlal FC.
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