Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy has been in the news lately, being linked to the Orlando Pirates job as a potential Jose Riveiro successor.
South Africa tactician Jacky Ledwaba has opened up on why assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi should be considered as successor to Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro.
This comes on the back of top South African and foreign coaches being linked to the Buccaneers job, including Bafana Bafana legend and Kenyan national football team coach Benni McCarthy.
)
13:32 - 25.04.2025
Xiamen Diamond League: Time and Where to Watch Faith Kipyegon, Ferdinand Omanyala and Co
Faith Kipyegon, Ferdinand Omanyala and Letsile Tebogo will be the star names at the season-opening Xiamen Diamond League and here is where and how to catch the action.
According to Ledwaba, Pirates should look within their club structure instead of scouting outside to replace the Spaniard at the South African giants.
PAY ATTENTION: Follow us on Google News, Stay informed with Latest Sport News
)
10:00 - 25.04.2025
Cameroon v Kenya: Possible Lineups, Team News, Time and Where to Watch the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Qualifier
Kenya will be hoping to complete a turnaround away in Cameroon to qualify for the 2025 FIFA U17 World Cup.
Mandla Ncikazi Gets Nod
)
"For me, I could say, continue with the coaches who have been working with him. They understand the system very well, and the players will also understand that system, which will see the team continue from where coach Jose could have left. So I think continuity could be the best way to go," the tactician told SNL24 as per Goal.com.
"You have seen with other teams where the assistant coaches take over and the team does well. They should give it a try. The players already know these coaches," he added.
"You know, sometimes it takes a long time to get used to a new coach. Sometimes it works, like it did with Riveiro, but keeping the same coaches who worked with him could be the best way," Ledwaba noted.
How Benni McCarthy Came into the Picture
)
The Harambee Stars coach, Benni McCarthy, just months into his tenure as the Kenyan national football team coach, has emerged as a top prospect linked with the Orlando Pirates job.
As previously reported by Pulse Sports, the tactician, who has been tasked with guiding Kenya through the 2027 African Cup of Nations (AFCON), was among the names associated with replacing Jose Riveiro at Orlando Pirates.
)
12:36 - 25.04.2025
Family Affair: 7 Top Rugby Brothers Who Have Brought Glory to Kenya
Kenyan rugby has benefited immensely from some of the most talented brothers in the country and Pulse Sports spotlights the most famous siblings in the sport.
)
10:47 - 25.04.2025
FIFA Sanctions Rock 5-Time Champions League Winners in Major Setback
The club has once again found itself under FIFA sanctions amid ongoing off-field issues.
The move, in the eyes of fans and stakeholders calling for his return, is seen as an opportunity to cement his already great South African football legacy.
Apart from being Bafana Bafana's all-time top scorer, McCarthy also guided South African sides AmaZulu and Cape Town City, the former winning the South African championship under his tenure.
However, the former Manchester United first-team coach is contracted to the Harambee Stars, and the move will most likely not materialize.
McCarthy is focused on guiding the Harambee Stars through the remainder of their 2026 World Cup Qualifiers fixtures and the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), also to be co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.
)
10:51 - 25.04.2025
Millions Liverpool Stand to Pocket for Winning the 2024/2025 Premier League Title
The millions Liverpool will pocket for winning the 2024/2025 EPL title, with the club now a point away from winning their first crown since 2020.
)
11:23 - 25.04.2025
Manchester United to Offer Rasmus Hojlund in Swap Deal for Nigerian Forward
Former Premier League star is linked with Manchester United and the Red Devils could use Rasmus Hojlund as part of the swap deal.
Meanwhile, Pirates still have to navigate their CAF Champions League semi-final second leg clash against Pyramids, while also in contention for the Nedbank Cup title.