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The Herald
24-06-2025
- Sport
- The Herald
New assistant coach for Chippa
Chippa United have added another dimension to their major revamp with the appointment of Musa Nyatama as the club ' s new assistant coach. Former Leruma United coach Nyatama, 37, of Benoni, will work alongside newly appointed head coach Sinethemba Badela, 35, who replaced Thabo September. The Chilli Boys announced the appointment in via a statement on their social media platforms. 'Nyatama, being a decorated former footballer himself, brings recent coaching experience from Moroka Swallows DC and Laruma United FC and is widely regarded for his professionalism, modern football mindset and leadership qualities,' the statement said. 'The club believes Nyatama will blend seamlessly with head coach Sinethemba Badela — both young, ambitious, and aligned in their football philosophies. 'Their shared energy and fresh approach represent a new era for Chippa United, focused on entertaining football, intensity and results. Club chair Siviwe 'Chippa' Mpengesi also welcomed the new assistant coach. 'We believe the combination of coach Badela and coach Nyatama will bring a renewed spirit and tactical sharpness to our squad. This is a bold and progressive step for the club,' he said. According to the statement, Nyatama will work closely with the first team technical staff, focusing on tactical planning, player development and overall squad growth. The club also said the former Orlando Pirates midfielder ' s appointment reflected the club ' s ongoing commitment to empowering young football minds and strengthening its football identity, both on and off the pitch. Last week, Chippa released 15 players before the new season and three others will return to their clubs after their loan agreements ended. The following players will not be part of the team heading into the new campaign: Darren Johnson, Lukhanyo July, Justice Chabalala, Samkelo Jali, Andile Jali, Baraka Majogoro, Athenkosi Dlala, Ronald Sanou, Craig Martin, Ronald Maarman, Thobani Jacobs, Sifiso Mazibuko, Aviwe Mqokozo, Enock Sakala, Bienvenu Eva Nga. The club said that on-loan players Aphelele Teto, Siphelo Baloni and Sonwabile Khumalo would return to their parent clubs after the conclusion of their loan agreements. Chippa also announced the appointment of Sinesipho Mali as the new sporting director, a position held by Morgan Mammila last season. Mali served in key technical roles at Kaizer Chiefs as an analyst and later at Sekhukhune United, where he operated as both analyst and head of recruitment, helping guide the club to its highest-ever points tally in the 2024/2025 Betway Premiership. He now serves as head of analysts for Bafana Bafana, a role he will continue in as the national team prepare for the Africa Cup of Nations and conclude their Fifa World Cup qualifying campaign. He also featured in Banyana Banyana ' s technical team at the 2023 Fifa Women ' s World Cup. The Herald
IOL News
14-05-2025
- Sport
- IOL News
Durban City on the brink of promotion as relegation battle heats up
Farook Kadodia, chairman of Durban City, could soon enjoy the emotions of his club being promoted to the Betway Premiership. Photo: BackpagePix Image: BackpagePix Durban City's persistence throughout the 2024/25 NFD Motsepe Foundation Championship season is on the verge of paying off, with promotion to the Betway Premiership now firmly within their grasp — unless a dramatic twist unfolds on the final day. Orbit College are the only team still mathematically capable of overtaking the KwaZulu-Natal side, but they face a daunting task in their final match against already relegated Leruma United. To leapfrog City, Orbit would need to score at least six goals. City have been impressive across the campaign, losing just six of their 29 matches and boasting the league's highest goal tally (43), giving them a comfortable cushion heading into what promises to be a tense final round. With Orbit having already secured a play-off spot after all four teams beneath them dropped points over the weekend, the spotlight could soon shift to the scrap for survival at the foot of the table. Leruma United have officially been relegated, but the real drama lies ahead as the relegation picture becomes clearer in the closing round. 12th I Hungry Lions P29 W8 D9 L12 GD1 Pts33 Remaining fixture: Casric Stars Both sides will be coming off draws when they clash in the final round of the season, and the same result could be enough for Lions to avoid any final-day disappointment. Their goal difference, however, gives them the edge over their competitors. 13th I Upington City P29 W7 D11 L11 GD-3 Pts32 Remaining fixture: Highbury FC Before their 2-0 victory over the University of Pretoria, Upington City had endured a rough stretch, managing just one win in their last ten outings — a 2-1 victory over Pretoria Callies back in February. Despite the slump, the Northern Cape side still has a chance to end their season on a stronger note and add to their seven wins. Their final fixture against Highbury FC will be a must-win clash if they aim to keep their fate in their hands. 14th I Venda FC P29 W7 D9 L13 GD-4 Pts30 Remaining fixture: Kruger United Teetering in 14th place only by virtue of goal difference, Venda FC face a daunting end to their Motsepe Foundation Championship campaign, with their final fixture against fifth-placed Kruger United. The Limpopo-based club has managed just one win in their last five outings — a slump that now dangerously flirts with relegation. With the margin for error narrowing, they'll need to find form fast against a United side that will want to finish their season on a high after missing out on the promotion playoff battle. 15th I Cape Town Spurs P29 W6 D12 L11 GD-5 Pts30 Remaining fixture: Durban City The Cape side is facing two consecutive relegations in two seasons following their relegation in the Premier Soccer League last season. Currently 15th on the log, Spurs have to navigate a tricky final fixture against a Hungry Lions side they beat 2-1 in the first leg in what could be a winner-takes-all affair. They will rue their missed opportunity to gain some points after their 1-1 draw with Hungry Lions last weekend as they get ready to face high-flying Durban City in their final fixture.
