Hervé Renard resigns from Saudi Arabia: We have reached the highest level
Hervé Renard, the French coach of the Saudi Arabian soccer team, resigns.
In the statement from the Saudi Arabian Football Federation, it was indicated that the 54-year-old Renard transmitted his contract termination request to the management and his request was accepted.
Renard, who announced his decision to resign after the friendly match in which Saudi Arabia lost 2-1 to Bolivia, said: “We have reached the maximum level that we can reach with this team. To be honest, I don’t think I can go further. I had a great time here, thank you all.” he used his statements.
Saudi Arabia, which participated in the 2022 FIFA World Cup held in Qatar by passing the qualifiers under Renard’s coaching, made a name for itself by defeating tournament-winning Argentina 2-1 in the group match. The experienced coach is expected to coach the French Women’s National Team.
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Renard, who had the joy of winning the Africa Cup of Nations twice while coaching Zambia and the Ivory Coast, was awarded the Confederation of African Football (CAF) coach of the year title three times. Renard, who also manages the Moroccan, Ghana and Angola national teams, coached Sochaux, Lille and USM Alger in his club career. (AA)