In a decisive move aimed at rectifying the team's situation before it's too late, Al-Raed FC officially announced the termination of their contract with Portuguese coach Jorge Mendoza and the appointment of Tunisian coach Nassif Al-Bayawi, an expert in Saudi football, as the first team's head coach. This decision comes in response to fan demands and the administration's desire to get the team back on track during this season's Yelo First Division League competition.
Reasons for Mendoza's dismissal: The numbers don't lie
The decision to part ways with Portuguese coach Jorge Mendoza was not made hastily, but rather resulted from a comprehensive evaluation of the previous period. Mendoza led the team in 22 league matches, but the final outcome fell short of Al-Raed's ambitions. The team managed only 8 victories, drew 8 times, and suffered 6 defeats. These inconsistent results jeopardized the dream of a swift return to the Saudi Professional League, necessitating urgent administrative intervention to salvage the season.
Nassif Al-Bayawi: A man for tough tasks and an expert on Saudi football
Al-Raed's management has chosen Tunisian coach Nassif Al-Bayawi due to his impressive track record and extensive experience in Saudi football. Al-Bayawi is considered one of the most knowledgeable coaches regarding the intricacies and challenges of Saudi football, both in the Professional League and the First Division. The management hopes that Al-Bayawi will successfully leverage his previous familiarity with the club, having coached Al-Raed during the 2016-2017 season, to restore the players' fighting spirit and tactical discipline.
A successful training career in the Kingdom
Al-Bayawi is no stranger to Saudi clubs, boasting a rich resume that has taken him through numerous coaching stints, giving him extensive experience in handling diverse circumstances and pressures. The list of clubs he has managed includes:
- Hajr and Al-Fath (2014-2015): Strong beginnings that proved his technical competence.
- Al-Raed (2016-2017): Previous experience gives him the advantage of adapting quickly.
- Al-Qadisiyah (2017-2018) and Al-Adalah (2019-2020): Experiences that strengthened his presence in the arena.
- Al-Shula, Al-Jabalain, and Al-Batin (2022-2025): Stations that confirmed his specialization in managing ambitious teams.
The challenges of the Yellow League and the importance of technical change
This technical change is of paramount importance given the unpredictable nature of the Yellow League, where the teams vying for promotion are closely matched. Al-Raed's management understands that the upcoming stage is crucial and that stability under a coach who knows the game is key to returning to the top flight. Al-Bayawi is expected to quickly address the players' mental state, as well as improve the defensive organization and attacking efficiency that the team has lacked in recent matches.
The fans of Al-Qassim are eagerly awaiting the team's first appearance under Al-Bayawi's leadership, hoping that this step will be the turning point that will return "Raed Al-Tahadi" to its natural place among the top Saudi clubs in the Roshan League.
