Moroccan club Renaissance Berkane have appointed Cape Verde head coach Bubista as their new manager following his impressive World Cup campaign with the island nation.
The 56-year-old tactician, whose full name is Pedro Leitao Brito, guided Cape Verde to the Round of 32 in their first-ever FIFA World Cup appearance.
Although details of his contract were not disclosed, the appointment follows lengthy discussions that initially explored the possibility of combining his national team duties with the club role.
However, reports indicate Bubista is expected to step down as Cape Verde coach in the coming days.
Renaissance Berkane, champions of Morocco in 2025 and runners-up last season, also reached the CAF Champions League semi-finals and will compete again in Africa’s premier club competition this season.
Bubista was named Africa’s Coach of the Year in 2025 after leading Cape Verde to a historic World Cup qualification.
At the tournament, Cape Verde earned surprise draws against Spain and Uruguay before bowing out to Argentina after extra time in the Round of 32.
