Coton FC appoint Salisu Yusuf as new head coach

Benin Republic side Coton FC have officially appointed veteran Nigerian coach Salisu Yusuf as their new head coach, as the club prepares for the 2025/26 Ligue Pro and the CAF Confederation Cup. The former Super Eagles assistant coach was unveiled on Tuesday as the replacement for outgoing French manager Victor Zvunda.

Yusuf’s appointment comes on the back of Coton FC second place finish behind champions Dadje FC, collecting 60 points from 32 matches. The club officially began training on August 1.

Club chairman Lionel Talon revealed that a major squad overhaul is imminent, with several player departures expected in the coming weeks as the club prepares for a fresh start under Yusuf’s leadership.

Tasked with reclaiming domestic dominance and breaking new ground on the continental stage, the Nigerian’s mandate is to guide Coton FC to the CAF Confederation Cup group stage for the first time in the club’s history.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has scheduled the preliminary draw for August 9 in Tanzania, marking the first step in Coton’s bid for continental breakthrough.