Rui Almeida Approaches Leadership Role at Maghreb Association Sportive
The Maghreb Association Sportive, commonly known as MAS, is on the brink of securing a new head coach, having reached a preliminary agreement with Portuguese manager Rui Almeida. This comes in the wake of the departure of Spanish coach Pablo Franco, who opted not to renew his contract, seeking new opportunities in one of the Gulf leagues.
According to reliable sources within the club, the MAS management has settled on Rui Almeida due to his extensive experience in the professional league, particularly after his tenure with Difaâ Hassani El Jadidi last season. The official signing between the two parties is anticipated to occur within the next 48 hours, marking a significant step for the club's technical and strategic plans.
This new appointment reflects the club's desire to ensure technical stability and to continue the sports project that led to their recent championship victory—an achievement that marked their first league title in over four decades. Rui Almeida concluded his association with Difaâ Hassani El Jadidi immediately after the season's end, bidding farewell to players and staff, which caught the attention of several clubs, ultimately leading him to MAS.
Once the contractual formalities are completed, the Portuguese coach is expected to start preparations for the upcoming season, collaborating closely with the club's management to assess the team's composition and finalize recruitment strategies in anticipation of both local and continental competitions awaiting the team during the 2026-2027 sports season.
As reported by hibazoom.com.
