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Gernot Rohr, new coach of the Cheetahs: the question of salary in debate
The new coach of the Cheetahs of Benin, Gernot Rohr, held a press conference to announce his roadmap, his recruitment and the selected players. However, the question of his salary has been at the center of the debates. Asked about it, the coach said he earned half of what he earned in Nigeria. Despite this, he is satisfied to work with the same staff and underlined the efforts of Beninese leaders to improve sports infrastructure.
Gernot Rohr also spoke about the objective of the 2026 World Cup and the actions to be taken to achieve it. He affirmed that the team will work to achieve good results in the qualifiers and qualify for the competition.
The choice of Gernot Rohr as the new coach of the Cheetahs of Benin provoked mixed reactions, in particular because of his remuneration. Some fans expressed concern about the team’s ability to afford such a salary, while others stressed the importance of investing in a quality coach to improve the team’s performance. Ultimately, Gernot Rohr’s future with the Benin Cheetahs will depend on how he performs on the pitch, even though he stresses being in Benin for 3 years. Fans are eagerly awaiting commentary on the team performing under his leadership, hoping his salary won’t become a distraction for players and coaching staff.
