An Al Ahly star has now revealed how South African coach Pitso Mosimane gave him the nickname "Mufasa".
During his tenure at the Egyptian, the South African tactician guided the side to two CAF Champions League trophies as well as two CAF Super Cups, but aside from just winning trophies, Mosimane seems to also be remembered by the players for his handling of them behind the scenes.
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Red Devils star Tawfik Akram is one player who holds fond memories of his former coach, revealing how the former Mamelodi Sundowns boss gave him a nickname that the player still holds dear.
While speaking to presenter Ibrahim Fayek on the television program Audience of Three via El Captain, Akram said that the movie 'The Lion King' is very close to his heart with Mufasa being a beloved character of his.
He said that Mosimane told him that he is "similar to" Mufasa, and added that the coach said: "I will call you Mufasa."
"I was not accustomed to the title and I got used to it later," the midfielder revealed.
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As of late, Akram has been struggling with injury problems keeping him away from the playing field after suffering a rupture in the cruciate ligament of his knee on two occasions, undergoing surgery in December last year.
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