Josef Zinnbauer is set to remain the head coach of JS Kabylie. This news comes despite a period of mounting pressure for the former Orlando Pirates boss. Results have been inconsistent for the Algerian side this season.
The team currently finds itself in a difficult position. They are languishing mid-table in the league. This is a significant drop from the 2024/25 season. During that campaign, JS Kabylie finished as runners-up in Ligue Professionnelle 1.
The current statistics highlight the struggle. The club has won only 11 out of 27 matches across all competitions. Their continental journey also ended in disappointment. They finished at the bottom of their CAF Champions League group.
A recent elimination by Yanga triggered a strong reaction from supporters. Reports indicate that Zinnbauer and his staff were subjected to abuse from fans. The German coach has denied claims of disrespecting the club’s followers. He noted that he and his assistant were insulted following the match.
Board Backing Until Season End
Club chairman Abel Boudja has now provided clarity on the coaching situation. He confirmed that Zinnbauer will stay in his role until the end of the current campaign. A full evaluation of his performance will take place at that time.
Boudja did not hold back regarding the club’s internal state. He described the atmosphere as “catastrophic.” The chairman believes that internal irregularities have directly impacted results on the pitch. He aims to implement stronger decision-making to bring the club back to its title-winning standards.
For now, the focus shifts to local competition. The management is prioritising stability as they look to finish the season strongly.
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This report is based on information from soccerladuma.co.za.