Al Ahly has sacked Marcel Koller, along with his coaching staff, following the team’s defeat to Mamelodi Sundowns. Despite clinching an impressive 11 titles with the club, Koller’s tenure has come to an end.
During his time at Al Ahly, Koller achieved remarkable success, winning two Egyptian Premier League titles, two Egypt Cup titles, four Egyptian Super Cup titles, two CAF Champions League titles, and one FIFA African-Asian-Pacific Cup.
Koller’s overall record at Al Ahly stands at 108 wins out of 160 games, which is exceptional and may be proof of his tactical acumen and ability to get the best out of his players.
READ MORE: NNL fires 1472 FC from 2024/2025 league
Despite this impressive record, the defeat to Mamelodi Sundowns seems to have been the final straw for the club’s management.
Koller’s departure marks the end of an era for Al Ahly, and the club will now look to appoint a new coach to take the reins. The search for a replacement will likely be intense, with several top coaches already linked to the club.
Al Ahly’s decision to part ways with Koller comes as a surprise to many, given his impressive trophy haul.
CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE ATHLETIC NG WHATSAPP CHANNEL NOW!
However, the club’s management seems to have been unhappy with the team’s recent performances, and the defeat to Mamelodi Sundowns, which ousted the team from the CAF Champions League, may have been the catalyst for the decision.
Soccer Football – African Super Cup – Final – Al Ahly SC v Raja Casablanca – Ahmed bin Ali Stadium, Al Rayyan, Qatar – December 22, 2021 Al Ahly’s Mohamed El Shenawy and teammates celebrate winning the African Super Cup with the trophy REUTERS/Amr Abdallah Dalsh
The future of Koller’s coaching career remains uncertain, but it’s likely that he will attract interest from other top clubs. His experience and success in African football make him a highly sought-after coach, and he will undoubtedly have several options to consider.
