Anderson Cooper's Take On Rulani Mokwena's Journey With Wydad Athletic Club

Holifil

03 Apr, 2025

Anderson Cooper dives into Rulani Mokwena's comments on Wydad Athletic Club's sluggish start in the Botola Professional League this season.
The South African coach is yet to achieve the heights expected by the Moroccan giants since joining the club.
The Red Castle made significant investments in new players during the summer transfer window, hoping for better results.

Let me tell you, folks, the South African coach Rulani Mokwena is asking for a little more understanding from Wydad Athletic Club after their rocky start in the Botola Pro League. It's like watching a great chef trying to perfect a new recipe—it takes time, right? Mokwena is urging everyone to hold their horses and let him work his magic.

You see, Mokwena made the switch from Mamelodi Sundowns to Wydad Athletic Club this summer. He left behind the defending champions of the Premier Soccer League and stepped into a whole new world of expectations. The Moroccan giants brought him in with high hopes, expecting him to transform their game and elevate their performance.

The Red Castle wasn’t messing around. They invested heavily in new players during the summer transfer window, hoping to assemble a dream team that would dominate the league. Fans were buzzing, and the pressure was on for Mokwena to deliver. But, as it often happens in sports, things don’t always go as planned.

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South African tactician Rulani Mokwena is asking for patience from Wydad Athletic Club after a tough start in the Botola Pro League this season. Photo: @WACofficiel. Source: Twitter

Why Mokwena Wants Wydad AC to Be Patient

According to iDiskiTimes, Mokwena recently spoke to the media, asking the Red Castle to be patient with him as they navigate the early stages of the season. It's like he's saying, "Hey, give me a chance to figure this out." Wydad started the season with a bit of a stumble in the Moroccan league, and Mokwena knows there’s work to be done.

Right now, Wydad sits in sixth place in the Botola Pro Inwi table after five games. They’ve managed two wins, two draws, and one loss. That puts them just one point behind the league leaders, Ittihad Tanger, who remain unbeaten. So, while it may not seem like the dream start, there’s still hope.

"How many players were in the starting lineup today that were with Wydad last season? Two, so it's a new team," he explained. "We need a bit of time to put it together, and while we are there putting it together, we have to stay there. I just told them to relax a little bit."

Mokwena is referencing his past success at Sundowns, where he won four league titles. He believes his experience can help turn things around for Wydad before the season ends. It's like he's saying, "I’ve been here before, and I know how to get the job done."

"We know how to win Championships; we won the last four league titles in South Africa," Mokwena added confidently. "It's a marathon; it doesn't matter where you are after five games, it matters where you're after 30. We will be there just after 30."

Reflecting on Mokwena's Time at Sundowns

What Was the Most Challenging Part?

Now, let’s take a step back and look at Mokwena’s time with Mamelodi Sundowns. As reported by Briefly News, Mokwena opened up about the toughest part of his job while leading the Brazilians. For four seasons, he was at the helm, racking up numerous titles and establishing himself as a top coach in the league.

The 37-year-old tactician had an incredible run with Sundowns, but even the best face challenges. His journey with the Brazilians wasn’t always smooth sailing. There were moments of doubt, moments of pressure, but Mokwena persevered. And now, he’s bringing that same determination to Wydad Athletic Club, hoping to replicate his success in Morocco.