Bloemfontein Celtic's revival: What fans need to know
The name of Bloemfontein Celtic is one on everybody's lips these days.
Siwelele, one of South Africa's most beloved clubs, who were followed by their passionate supporters everywhere they went, could soon be returning to the PSL thanks to the efforts of Bloemfontein-based businessman Eddie Modise.
Recently, Bra Eddie – as he is affectionately known – acquired the naming rights for R5 million from Max Tshabalala, who owned the club when it was purchased by Shauwn Mkhize in 2021 and renamed Royal AM. Everyone knows how that story ended.
Immediately after acquiring the name, Modise insisted he was not after the top-flight status of SuperSport United, as has been reported in recent weeks. Matsatsantsa had a torrid season and avoided relegation from the Betway Premiership by the skin of their teeth after earning a 1-all draw from their rescheduled game against Golden Arrows on Thursday afternoon.
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