Jorge Vilda Steps Down as Head Coach of Morocco's Women's National Team
In a significant development for Moroccan women's football, Jorge Vilda has been relieved of his duties as the head coach of the national team, with Eric Blahik stepping in to take his place. The Moroccan Football Federation made this announcement through their official channels, coinciding with the release of the latest squad list for upcoming friendlies against Uzbekistan. Notably, the announcement did not include any mention of Vilda's contributions or his departure, which raises questions about the nature of the transition.
Jorge Vilda, who took over the coaching reins on October 12, 2023, following his unexpected exit from the Spanish national team—where he achieved World Cup glory the same year—faced the challenge of leading a team that had just advanced to the knockout stage in its inaugural World Cup appearance. His role extended beyond simply managing the senior squad; it also involved overseeing the development of youth teams, aiming to strengthen the foundation of women's football in Morocco. Vilda's tenure reached its zenith during the Women's Africa Cup of Nations held in Rabat in 2025, where Morocco made a historic run to the final after a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Ghana. Despite their efforts, the team fell short of clinching the first continental title in its history, with Vilda citing physical exhaustion as a contributing factor to their defeat in the final. Nevertheless, under his guidance, the Moroccan national team solidified its status as a competitive force within African women's football.
As reported by as.com.
