Herve Renard’s return to lead the Green Falcons
Written by Mafken FM Newsroom on 30 October 2024
In a gripping twist for Saudi football fans, Herve Renard’s return to lead the Green Falcons has sparked a wave of excitement and renewed hope across the Kingdom. Just over a year ago, Renard had left Saudi Arabia to coach the French women’s team, only to return after Roberto Mancini’s tenure ended abruptly.
This appointment feels like a homecoming, bringing back a coach who etched his name in Saudi football history with the iconic victory over Argentina at the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Renard’s love for the Saudi team was clear in his heartfelt video announcement: “I did not finish my story with Saudi. I’m back.”
Fans, who had been disheartened by Mancini’s struggles, now find themselves filled with anticipation as Renard takes on the challenge of leading the Green Falcons to qualify for the 2026 World Cup and prepare for the AFC Asian Cup on home soil in 2027.
Yet, the path ahead is no easy one. Saudi Arabia faces critical qualifiers against Australia and Indonesia, with their spot in the World Cup still hanging in the balance. But with Renard’s motivational skills and deep knowledge of his players, there’s hope that he can reignite the Green Falcons’ fire.
Will Renard’s second stint bring about the success he once achieved with Zambia and the Ivory Coast? As the Kingdom’s supporters eagerly watch, one thing is clear: the story of Herve Renard and Saudi Arabia is far from over.
