In a move that has sent ripples through the Saudi Pro League, Al Nassr has announced the departure of head coach Luis Castro following a shaky start to the 2024-25 season. The team secured only one win and two draws in their first three matches, prompting the club to seek new leadership.
Al Nassr took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to inform fans of Castro's exit. \"Al Nassr can announce that head coach Luis Castro has left the club,\" the statement read. \"Everyone at Al Nassr would like to thank Luis and his staff for their dedicated work during the past 14 months, wishing them the best of luck for the future.\"
Since his appointment in July 2023, Castro led Al Nassr to 36 wins, nine draws, and nine losses over 54 games. Despite managing a star-studded roster featuring Cristiano Ronaldo, Sadio Mane, and Aymeric Laporte, the team has yet to secure a title under his guidance. Last season, Al Nassr finished second in the Saudi Pro League, trailing champions Al Hilal by 14 points.
The recent announcement comes shortly after Al Nassr was held to a 1-1 draw by Al Shorta of the Iraq Stars League in their AFC Champions League Elite opener. This marks the second coaching change since Ronaldo joined the club in January 2023, following the departure of Rudi Garcia in April 2023.
Cristiano Ronaldo has been a standout performer for Al Nassr, tallying 62 goals and 17 assists in 69 appearances. As the club looks to rebound from a slow start, fans are keen to see who will take the helm next and lead the team toward success in both domestic and continental competitions.
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Al Nassr seek new head coach after starting slow, sacking Luis Castro
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