Bubista becomes the latest coach to leave one of the 10 African sides that appeared at the World Cup. The Cape Verde manager has joined Moroccan club RS Berkane after a brief stint in the national team. The decision comes amid growing scrutiny over coaching stability in the continent.

Vladimir Petkovic, the 62‑year‑old Bosnian who was appointed in February 2024, also departed Algeria by mutual consent after the Desert Foxes’ exit against Switzerland in the last‑32. He had earlier extended his contract until 2028, but the team’s performance led to the split.

Similarly, Ivory Coast and South Africa will not renew the deals of Emerse Fae and Hugo Broos after their contracts ran out in July. Senegal sacked Pape Thiaw following a dramatic last‑32 loss to Belgium, with the federation citing the decision as being in the “best interests of Senegalese football.” The Teranga Lions have linked Patrick Vieira as a potential successor.

Other changes include Tunisia’s appointment of Chaabani on a four‑year deal, replacing Herve Renard, who had taken over after Sabri Lamouchi’s 5‑1 defeat by Sweden. Ghana’s Football Association is still in talks after Carlos Queiroz’s Black Stars exit, and Queiroz hinted at his own departure on social media after a 1‑0 loss to Colombia. These movements underscore the volatility of coaching roles in African football, where World Cup performances often dictate future appointments and contract renewals.