Betway Premiership club Marumo Gallants have placed their trust in young French coach Lafitte Alexandre. The 28-year-old is the new head coach of the Free State-based club, taking over from Abdeslam Ouaddou, who has moved to Orlando Pirates. “Marumo Gallants F.C. confirms the appointment of Lafitte Alexandre as the club’s new head coach,” the club stated. “The French coach brings a strong track record in leading teams in both France and Côte d’Ivoire. Alexandre most recently managed Stade d’Abidjan, where…

Marumo Gallants will begin a search for a new coach after Abdeslam Ouaddou resigned. Ouaddou tendered his resignation on Saturday evening. “I would like to announce with this press release the end of the adventure with the Marumo Gallants club,” stated Ouaddou, who had been in charge since March this year. He guided the team from the relegation zone into 10th spot by the end of the season. “It has been great pleasure to have collaborated with all the resources…

Newly promoted Betway Premiership side Durban City’s joy could be short-lived depending on the outcome of their case for allegedly fielding an ineligible player. The KwaZulu Natal club confirmed their automatic promotion on the final day of the Motsepe Foundation Championship (MFC) 2024/25 season on Sunday, 18 May. But their promotion has been overshadowed by accusations of allegedly flouting the league rules. JDR Stars has lodged a protest, arguing that Durban City midfielder Saziso Magawana was not properly registered after…

AmaZulu has confirmed the departure of Vusumuzi Vilakazi, who was co-coach at the club. According to Usuthu, Vilakazi has resigned due to take time out to resolve “personal matters”. However, African Times has established that Vilakazi could be joining Marumo Gallants, as part of their new technical team. “Club President Sandile Zungu has accepted Vilakazi’s request to be relieved of his duties with immediate effect. This transition leaves Arthur “Phakimpi” Zwane as the sole Head Coach, going forward,” reads AmaZulu’s…

Premier Soccer League (PSL) side Marumo Gallants are on the verge of appointing a new Head Coach. This comes after Bahlabane Ba Ntwa gave Dan Malesela the boot, as confirmed on Friday morning, 21 February. Malesela has headed to the exit with Technical Director, Molefi Ntseki. “Marumo Gallants FC has released Head Coach Dan Malesela and Technical Director Molefi Ntseki following the club’s struggle to improve its league standing,” reads the club’s statement. “Currently 14th on the log with just…