Riveiro remains focused on the job at hand after announcing his departure
José Riveiro has announced his decision to step down as Head Coach of Orlando Pirates at the end of the season. The Spaniard, however, remains focused on the job at hand with the Soweto giants chasing more silverware.
The 47-year-old Riveiro has made believers out of doubters since arriving in 2022. Back-to-back Nedbank Cups and perennial MTN8 Cup winners while emerging as the only challengers to Mamelodi Sundowns in the league.
“My priority right now is on our upcoming match against Polokwane City. This is a tough match. A match that needs our undivided attention and focus. The time will come for me to express myself on the decision I have made but now isn’t that time because we have a job to do. The season is far from over and we have a lot of work to do between now and the end of May,” Rieveiro told the club’s official website.
“Obviously, in an ideal world, one would have wanted to hold on making any statements until the end of the season but it’s not possible. The club needs to plan for its future and it’s only fair that they are given time to do so.”
Pirates are in Polokwane preparing for a league match against Polokwane City on Saturday afternoon.
