Rhulani Mokwena: The Visionary Coach Behind Sundowns' Success
Rhulani Mokwena is a name that echoes through the corridors of South African football, particularly in the hearts of Mamelodi Sundowns fans. As the club's assistant coach and technical director, Mokwena has been instrumental in the team's unprecedented success under coach Pitso Mosimane.
Early Life and Coaching Career
- Mokwena was born on October 12, 1980, in Soweto, Johannesburg.
- He began his coaching career at a tender age, working as a youth coach for various clubs in South Africa.
- In 2007, Mokwena joined the technical team of Orlando Pirates, where he worked under the tutelage of then-coach Erol Akbay.
Mokwena's rise to prominence began when he joined Sundowns in 2010. Under the guidance of coach Mosimane, he played a key role in shaping the team's strategy and tactics that led to multiple league