Girondins de Bordeaux: Rio Mavuba replaces Bruno Irles as head of the technical staff

Europe 29 March 2026 at 17:38

Nouya M'toama

News Editor

On Sunday, March 29, 2026, FC Girondins de Bordeaux announced a major change at the helm of their technical staff. The club, famous for its iconic scapular crest, has decided to part ways with head coach Bruno Irles.

In an official statement released in the evening, Bordeaux’s management confirmed the end of their collaboration with the French tactician, while praising his commitment since his arrival in Gironde. The club expressed its gratitude for his work and wished him "all the best for the rest of his career."

Rio Mavuba called in to steady the ship

To ensure sporting continuity, Les Girondins have opted for an internal solution. Club legend and former midfield powerhouse Rio Mavuba has been appointed as head coach of the first team until the end of the season.

A respected figure among the Marine et Blanc, Mavuba knows the Bordeaux environment inside out. A former captain and academy graduate, he has spent several years working within the club’s technical staff as a coach. His promotion is part of a clear strategy to draw on the club’s DNA and inject fresh energy into the squad at this crucial stage of the season.