Former Orlando Pirates coach Josef Zinnbauer joins Sudanese giants Al Hilal

Former Orlando Pirates coach Josef Zinnbauer has taken over as Al Hilal coach.

The German gaffer has been hip hoping from club to club since leaving the Sea Robbers in 2021 having won the MTN8 title.

He has had stints in Morocco, Algeria and most recently in Tanzania.

“We are proud to announce the appointment of German coach Josef Zinnbauer as the new head coach of the King of Sudanese Football, on a two-year contract,” said the club.

“A new chapter begins. A new vision. A new challenge. Welcome to Al Hilal family, Coach Zinnbauer.

“We believe in your experience, ambition, and leadership, and we look forward to achieving great things together.

“The journey starts now. Let’s make history.”

Al Hilal are in the Caf Champions League preliminary round where they will face Burundian side Aigle Noir Makamba.