Coach can't contain his emotion after insufficient victory.
In a moment of great emotion, coach Alex Cepede couldn't hold back his tears after Textáfrica's last match in the 2025 Moçambola season. The victory, which seemed to bring a breath of hope, wasn't enough to guarantee the club's stay in the first division of Mozambican football.
In his brief remarks, Cepede thanked the Textáfrica fans for their unconditional support during his time at the club. The coach also acknowledged the importance of media coverage of the team's games and activities. Furthermore, he mentioned other factors that, in his opinion, influenced Textáfrica's relegation to the second division, without going into detail.
Alex Cepede arrived at Textáfrica on September 20th, taking over the team at a critical point in the competition. In just six games, the coach achieved two wins, one draw, and three losses, but was unable to prevent relegation.
Campaign numbers
Textáfrica finishes the 2025 Moçambola season with 18 points, the result of five wins, three draws, and 14 losses. The team scored 17 goals and conceded 38, numbers that reflect the team's difficulties throughout the competition.
Uncertain future
When questioned about his future as head coach of Textáfrica, Alex Cepede declined to comment. The coach revealed that he already has a trip scheduled to Portugal in the coming days, leaving open the possibility of not continuing with the club.
Textáfrica's farewell to the 2025 Moçambola season was marked by emotion and frustration. The team, which fought until the end, failed to remain in the first division. Coach Alex Cepede, who arrived at the club during a difficult time, leaves Textáfrica with a sense of accomplishment, but also with the sadness of not having been able to save the team from relegation.
