Former Super Eagles boss Peseiro sacked in Egypt after less than months in charge of African giants

Jose Peseiro’s time at Zamalek has come to a swift and disappointing end after just under four months in charge.

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The Portuguese coach and the Egyptian giants have parted ways by mutual consent following a string of poor results.

When the Portuguese manager arrived in February, many expected a turnaround in fortunes for the defending champions.

Instead, the club’s performance dipped, with exits from the CAF Confederation Cup and the Egyptian League Cup marking an early low.

In the league, Zamalek's title defence stumbled badly, with the team falling to third place and trailing league leaders Pyramids by seven points.

For a club with sky-high expectations and a passionate fan base, such a slump is often intolerable, and patience with Peseiro quickly grew thin.

Despite the amicable tone of the official statement, it was clear that results had determined Peseiro’s swift exit.

Peseiro’s appointment marked a rare achievement, as he became only the fifth man to manage both Al Ahly and Zamalek.

But prestige alone could not shield him from the unyielding pressure that comes with managing Egypt’s elite.

His recent experience of a mixed bag with the Nigerian national team brought him respect, yet it did not translate into long-term success in Cairo.

At 65, Peseiro has coached across continents, from South America to the Middle East, but his African ventures continue to be mixed at best.