Former Chippa United and Polokwane City coach Luc Eymael has criticised the decision by Tanzanian giants Young Africans SC to dismiss South African coach Manqoba Mngqithi after just three months in charge.

Eymael believes the frequent dismissal of coaches remains one of the major problems affecting football clubs across Africa, making it difficult for managers to establish long-term projects and achieve stability.

Mngqithi's departure came as a surprise to many football followers, particularly because he had recorded an impressive run of results during his short spell in Tanzania.

The former Mamelodi Sundowns coach won 10 of his 13 matches in charge, recording two draws and just one defeat. He also guided Young Africans to the CAF Champions League group stages and won the Community Shield.

Reacting to the development, Eymael revealed that he had personally questioned the club's leadership over the decision. The Belgian tactician, who previously coached Young Africans, said he was surprised by the way Mngqithi's tenure ended.

He also recalled a conversation with the club's vice-chairman, pointing out that Young Africans had gone through several coaching changes since his own departure in 2020.

Eymael argued that the club's frequent managerial changes raised questions about its approach to building a stable technical structure.

He believes the situation extends beyond Young Africans, with several African clubs struggling to give coaches enough time to implement their ideas.

“It cannot happen every time in Africa. In terms of stability in Africa, I think you have three or four clubs in the whole of the continent that can say we have a coach whom we trust,” Eymael said.

He identified Egyptian giants Al Ahly, Morocco's RS Berkane, Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates as examples of clubs he believes have demonstrated greater confidence in their coaching structures.

Eymael's comments come amid continued discussion about Mngqithi's departure, with the South African coach previously pointing to disagreements over player discipline and professionalism during his time at the Tanzanian club.

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