Rulani Mokwena made his return to the touchline on Saturday evening, but his Wydad Casablanca were unable to extend their winning run, as they succumbed to a shocking defeat, much to the dismay of their loyal fans.
The highly anticipated match had all the ingredients of a thriller, with Rulani Mokwena making his highly publicized return to the dugout, and Wydad Casablanca looking to continue their impressive winning streak. However, things didn't quite go as planned for the Moroccan outfit, as they found themselves on the receiving end of a stunning upset.
Wydad Casablanca had been in scintillating form of late, with a string of convincing victories that had left opposition teams reeling. Their confidence was sky-high, and the return of Rulani Mokwena was seen as the icing on the cake, with many pundits tipping them to continue their dominance.
But football is a funny old game, and Wydad Casablanca were brought back down to earth with a resounding thud. Despite creating several gilt-edged opportunities, they were unable to find the back of the net, and their opponents seized on their profligacy to snatch a memorable victory.
Rulani Mokwena cut a forlorn figure on the touchline, as he watched his team's winning run come to an abrupt end. He had been expecting a winning return, but instead, he was left to ponder what might have been, as Wydad Casablanca's dominant display ultimately counted for nothing.
As the final whistle blew, the Wydad Casablanca players trudged off the pitch, their heads bowed in disappointment. They had given it their all, but sometimes, that's just not enough. Rulani Mokwena will be looking to pick his team up and dust them down, as they look to bounce back from this setback and get their season back on track.
For now, though, the focus will be on what went wrong, and how Wydad Casablanca can rectify their mistakes and get back to winning ways. One thing is for sure, Rulani Mokwena will be working tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure that his team returns to its dominant best, and that this setback proves to be nothing more than a minor blip on the radar.