Bubista Leaves Cape Verde to Take Over Moroccan Club

Pedro Leitao Brito, better known in the football world as Bubista, is the new coach of Moroccan club Renaissance Berkane. The news was officially confirmed by the club on Tuesday, ending the tenure of the 56-year-old tactician at the helm of the Cape Verde national team, which he led to a historic World Cup debut last month.

From World Cup Sensation to New Challenge

Bubista caused a real sensation with the Cape Verde national team at the tournament held in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. His side drew with football powerhouses Spain and Uruguay in the group stage before being stopped by Argentina in extra time in the Round of 16. That achievement earned him the status of the tournament's biggest surprise and cemented his reputation as one of Africa's most promising coaches.

Negotiations and Departure from the Bench

Although the details of his contract with the new club have not been disclosed, it is known that the appointment came after lengthy negotiations. During these talks, the option of Bubista retaining his national team role while also managing the club was considered, but according to media reports, he is expected to officially step down from the Cape Verde bench in the coming days.

A Club with Ambitions in Africa

Renaissance Berkane, also known as RS Berkane, hails from Morocco and has built a reputation as a serious contender for trophies in recent seasons. The club won the Moroccan championship in 2025 and finished second this season. Last season, they reached the semifinals of the African Champions League, the elite club competition in which they will also compete in the new season.

Bubista, whose real name is Pedro Leitao Brito, was named African Coach of the Year in 2025 after securing Cape Verde's historic qualification for the World Cup. His arrival at Renaissance Berkane represents a significant step forward for a club looking to assert its dominance domestically and achieve a more notable result on the continental stage.