According to reports, Rulani Mokwena has been relieved of his duties as head coach of Wydad Athletic Club, although the club has yet to release an official statement.
Multiple sources close to the situation have confirmed the decision, marking the end of Mokwena’s short-lived stint with the Moroccan side just months after his arrival in July 2024. The move is attributed to a lack of progress and underwhelming results.
Mokwena, who signed a long-term deal set to run until 2027, oversaw 35 matches during his brief tenure. Under his leadership, Wydad recorded 14 wins, 14 draws, and 7 defeats, a record deemed insufficient by the club’s hierarchy given their ambitions both domestically and on the continental stage.
His time in charge was characterised by inconsistency, with Wydad struggling to find a winning rhythm and dropping crucial points in league and cup competitions. The decision to terminate his contract reflects the high expectations at one of Africa’s most successful football clubs.
The club is now expected to begin the search for a new head coach as they seek to salvage their season and restore confidence among their supporters.
The 2022 champions currently sit in third place in the Botola Pro League with just 45 points, trailing league leaders RS Berkane by 15 points.
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