Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Rulani Mokwena says his relationship with Pitso Mosimane is similar to that of Mikel Arteta and Pep Guardiola, despite people hoping that it would be a ‘spicy’ relationship. SLSiya Read more:
Mokwena has spoken highly of the Al Ahli Jeddah coach, referring to him as a mentor, father figure and close family friend.
Mosimane and Mokwena worked together during their time at Sundowns and achieved numerous trophies as ‘Jingles’ honed the skills of his younger counterpart. As reported by the Siya crew, there was talk of the duo reconnecting in Egypt when Mosimane took up the task of leading Al Ahly, although Mokwena is said to have opted to remain at Sundowns where he has since become the head coach.“I know South Africa would love for it to be a spicy relationship, but people don't know. I consider coach Pitso not just a mentor, but a father figure for sure, and because he played with my father, he did. They shared the pitch.
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