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'Mosimane criticised because he's African' - Al Ahly legend Ahmed Hassan

There have been questions around the coach's suitability to lead the Red Devils despite winning three trophies since taking charge in 2020

Al Ahly legend Ahmed Hassan has claimed head coach Pitso Mosimane is receiving unending criticism because he is an African.

The African Cup of Nations winner with Egypt said the South African has not been wholly accepted at the Red Devils, especially by the public, who are not used to anyone from within the continent taking charge of the side.

"Mosimane deserved the praise from the beginning. He’s a distinguished coach and a tactician at the highest level, and his problem is that he is African because the public and the media are used to foreigners," Hassan said as was quoted by KingFut.