Orlando Piratesannounced last week that they would be parting ways with coach Jose Riveiroat the end of the season.
After months of speculation about a new deal at Pirates, it has now been confirmed that Riveiro has opted against signing.
Riveiro set to depart Pirates
Riveiro would have completed three seasons as a Pirates coach at the end of the season. During his tenure so far, Riveiro has helped Pirates win five trophies. Three MTN8 titles in a row as well as back to back Nedbank Cup titles. Furthermore, his side is still in it with a chance of making it three Nedbank Cup titles in a row as well, this season. Beyond that, he is currently leading the Buccaneers into second place in the Betway Premiershipas it stands. Beyond local boarders, he ensured qualification for the side, into the group stages of the CAF Champions League. After doing so for the first time since 2018, they finished top of their group and unbeaten.
Now with Riveiro set to depart, speculation is rife as to who will be his successor at Pirates. According to Soccer-Laduma, Carlos Nodar Pazwho is already a part of their technical team is a strong candidate!
Paz the next coach?
“He (Paz) is very capable as a coach, that’s what I can tell you, and that’s why the coach went to fetch him from where he was. But as for the club’s (Pirates) plans for him, that will be finalised at the end of the season. He is part of the coach’s (Riveiro’s) success this season, and his work is recognised and appreciated,” said a source to the same publication.
Who is your choice Buccaneers?
Should Pirates opt for continuity then they have the likes of Paz and even Mandla Ncikazi who’s been Riveiro’s assistant. Buccaneers, who would you like to see take over your club? Let us know by clicking on the comment tab. Or by emailing info@thesouthafrican.com or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. You can also follow @TheSAnews on X and The South African on Facebook for the latest news
