Pyramids FC head coach Rulani Mokwena says he is embracing the pressure that comes with leading one of Egypt’s most ambitious clubs, insisting that high expectations are an essential part of managing at the highest level.
The South African tactician recently took charge of the Egyptian Premier League side after leaving Al Ittihad of Libya and is preparing for the 2026/27 season.
Mokwena inherits a team fresh from its historic 2025 CAF Champions League triumph and is determined to build on that success both domestically and in continental competitions.
Pressure comes with the job
The former Mamelodi Sundowns coach acknowledged the demands of the role but said they are exactly what motivates him.
“It’s an incredible motivation. Of course, the pressure is there, but if you don’t want the pressure, you don’t take these type of jobs.
“It’s the pressure to continue to develop the players, the pressure to continue to develop the team in a way where the team can develop into the profile of a very, very big team.”
Building a football identity
Mokwena revealed that discussions with the club’s hierarchy have focused on creating a distinctive playing style capable of delivering both results and growing the club’s fan base.
“We had discussions consistently with the club about how we want to try to develop the playing style to relate to the results so that we can increase the audience and the number of followers that the club has.”
He pointed to the packed stadium during Pyramids’ CAF Champions League final as evidence that the club is making significant progress.
“The Champions League final was a direct indication that the club is moving in a good direction because the stadium was full to capacity.”
