Sources have revealed that the executive board of Raja Casablanca held an urgent meeting on Sunday evening to address the future of their Portuguese coach, Ricardo Sapinto, following his failure to secure a single victory since joining the team.
The majority of the board members reportedly agreed on the need for Sapinto’s departure, particularly after a string of poor results that the coach has been unable to reverse.
The breaking point appears to have been Raja’s disastrous performance in the derby match against rivals Wydad, which not only highlighted the team’s struggles but also intensified calls for the coach’s dismissal. Adding to the urgency is Raja’s upcoming crucial match against AS FAR (Royal Army) on Tuesday in the CAF Champions League, a competition where the team is seeking redemption after years of absence.
According to the same sources, it is highly likely that Sapinto’s contract will be terminated following Tuesday’s game, regardless of the result. The management has reportedly lost confidence in his ability to meet the club’s objectives, leading them to start searching for a new coach who can stabilize the team and avoid further setbacks in their African campaign.
Raja Casablanca is under immense pressure to turn things around quickly, especially given the expectations of their fans and the need to remain competitive in both domestic and continental competitions.
