After World Cup Success, Morocco's Renaissance Berkane Appoint New Coach: Pedro Bento
Renaissance Berkane, a Moroccan football club, has officially announced the appointment of Portuguese coach Pedro Bento as their new head coach, in preparation for the upcoming season.
Bento Appointed as New Coach
Bento arrives at the helm of the Moroccan team after drawing attention with a historic achievement with the Cape Verde national team, which he led to its first-ever participation in the 2026 World Cup, before achieving a notable appearance in the tournament.
Departure of Tunisian Coach Maïn Shaban
Bento replaces Tunisian coach Maïn Shaban, who left the team to take over the technical leadership of the Tunisian national team.
Berkane's Ambition to Continue Competing
Berkane hopes to continue competing for titles in the upcoming season, after finishing the Moroccan league in second place with 57 points, securing their participation in the African Champions League.
Latest News on Berkane
Here are the latest news on Berkane:
- On July 9, 2026, Berkane lost to France 3-0.
- In the current season, Berkane has scored 6 goals and conceded 3, resulting in a positive goal difference of 3 goals.
- In their last 5 matches, Berkane achieved 1 win, 2 draws, and 2 losses.
Upcoming Matches
Here are the upcoming matches for Berkane:
- August 12, 2026: Berkane vs. Algeria
- August 19, 2026: Berkane vs. Egypt
- August 26, 2026: Berkane vs. Tunisia
Berkane's Current Standing
Currently, Berkane is in second place in the 2026 World Cup with 7 points, after achieving 2 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss.
Source of the News
Source: Masrawy
