‘We’re always at risk’ – Durban City coach Khalil Ben Youssef opens up on job security
Khalil Ben Youssef, head coach of Durban City, discusses the pressure of his role following a recent defeat, outlining a 15-match assessment period with the club's board and the importance of upcoming fixtures
Durban City head coach Khalil Ben Youssef has spoken candidly about the pressures of his role, acknowledging that his position is always at risk. The Tunisian coach explained that the club’s long-term evaluation will only take place after a 15-match period, a deadline agreed upon with the club's board. This assessment will hinge on meeting specific point targets, despite the team still undergoing construction under the new technical team.
City's recent 2-1 extra-time loss to Orlando Pirates in the MTN8 quarter-finals dashed their hopes of an early silverware push. However, the coach is already focusing on the critical run of fixtures in the Betway Premiership, with upcoming matches against Golden Arrows and Richards Bay. Ben Youssef stressed that the team still needs to finalize its registration and fitness, so definitive judgments on their abilities are premature.
Looking ahead, the coach emphasized that results will ultimately determine his tenure, stating, "We’re always at risk." The next fortnight will be crucial for City, with City facing Arrows just days after their Orlando Pirates defeat. Ben Youssef acknowledged that the pressure will mount if results do not improve, but he remains resolute, stating, "As coaches we don’t make excuses, we continue to work and next week we have two more crucial games and only results can help you keep your job."
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