{"id":151005,"date":"2026-04-17T15:57:19","date_gmt":"2026-04-17T15:57:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/tanzania\/all-news\/competence-over-nationality-in-premier-league-coaching"},"modified":"2026-04-17T16:46:01","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T16:46:01","slug":"competence-over-nationality-in-premier-league-coaching","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/tanzania\/all-news\/competence-over-nationality-in-premier-league-coaching","title":{"rendered":"Competence Over Nationality in Premier League Coaching"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"ap-article-header-tag\"> <strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Tanzania. <\/strong> <\/span>Football clubs have been urged to prioritise competence over nationality when appointing coaches in the Premier League, as calls grow for improved standards in the country\u2019s top-flight football.<\/p>\n<p>Sports analyst Ansibert Rafael, popularly known as \u2018Hans Rafael,\u2019 told Daily News on April 15 that clubs should focus on hiring capable coaches regardless of whether they are local or foreign.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cGiving priority to local coaches should not be the main consideration. What matters most is competence,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>Hans Rafael observed that while local coaches have potential, many lack exposure beyond Tanzanian football and tend to remain within the domestic league instead of seeking experience abroad.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThey often avoid challenges outside the country, yet our league includes many foreign players. This sometimes makes it difficult for local coaches to adapt tactically,\u201d he explained.<\/p>\n<p>He added that broader exposure would help local coaches sharpen their skills and better manage the evolving demands of the modern game.<\/p>\n<p>The analyst also weighed in on the persistent concerns surrounding refereeing standards, describing it as a long-standing issue affecting the credibility of the league.<\/p>\n<p>He said repeated officiating errors and poor match management must be addressed decisively, with referees held accountable for their actions.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSanctions must continue, as referees have often contributed to the misfortune of many teams in the Premier League,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>According to Hans Rafael, some of the errors have appeared to favour a few teams, underscoring the need for firm measures to restore integrity and respect for match officials.<\/p>\n<p>His remarks come amid ongoing debate within the football fraternity on how to raise the quality and professionalism of the Premier League.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ap-article-footer-note\">Find more news and analyses on <span class=\"ap-highlight-country\">Tanzania<\/span> on the <span class=\"ap-highlight-brand\">Africa Press<\/span> website<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Tanzania. Football clubs have been urged to prioritise competence over nationality when appointing coaches in the Premier League, as calls grow for improved standards in the country\u2019s top-flight football. 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