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The Citizen
5 days ago
- Sport
- The Citizen
September could be headed back to SuperSport United
"Right now, coach Thabo is back in Gauteng and he's exploring a couple of options before he commits," a source told Phakaaathi. Thabo September, former head coach of Chippa United is interviewed after the Betway Premiership 2024/25 game against Stellenbosch FC at Danie Craven Stadium in Stellenbosch on 30 April 2025 © Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix Thabo September could be in line for a return to SuperSport United after departing Chippa United. Although his departure has not been officially confirmed by the Chilli Boys, the 42-year-old has already relocated back to Gauteng. His contract will not be renewed by Chippa, despite his good relationship with the club chairman, Siviwe 'Chippa' Mpengesi. United finished 11th in the Betway Premiership standings and narrowly missed out on a top eight spot by just two points. ALSO READ: Kaizer Chiefs transfer target not here to 'impress big teams' It is not yet clear why the Gqeberha-based club chose not to retain September, but it is believed that the former defender is not short of admirers ahead of the next season. 'Right now, coach Thabo is back in Gauteng and he's exploring a couple of options before he commits,' a source told Phakaaathi. 'He did well at Chippa and other clubs have shown interest. The good thing is that he leaves the club on good terms, and his relationship with Chippa is still good. A couple of teams are monitoring him as a potential addition to their technical team.' It remains to be seen whether the former Matsatsantsa a Pitori legend will return to his beloved club or take on a new challenge elsewhere, as teams in both the Premier Division and Motsepe Foundation Championship have shown interest in his services.
The Citizen
12-05-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
Pirates midfield signing is a ‘done deal'
'The club agreed to let him go to Pirates as they believe the move will benefit him financially,' a source close to both clubs told Phakaaathi. Orlando Pirates have signed Sinoxolo Kwayiba from Chippa United to further strengthen their squad ahead of next season. According to information at our disposal, the midfielder has penned a long-term deal with the Buccaneers after both clubs agreed on his transfer. ALSO READ: Kaizer Chiefs 'keeper wanted in France The 25-year-old has scored six league goals in 23 appearances for the Chilli Boys this season.. He was reportedly on the radar of a number of clubs after breaking into the Bafana Bafana set-up. Although both clubs have yet to officially announce the deal, the Motherwell-born player will don the famous black and white jersey of Pirates in the new season. 'The club agreed to let him go to Pirates as they believe the move will benefit him financially,' a source close to both clubs told Phakaaathi. 'His football can only grow from here. I expect him to be a regular player for Bafana if he does well at Pirates next year, and I'm confident he will do well there.' ALSO READ: Mass player exodus expected at Kaizer Chiefs Kwayiba was part of South Africa's COSAFA Cup squad in Gqeberha last year, where he played two matches. He also replaced Teboho Mokoena in Bafana's 5-0 win over Congo-Brazzaville in an Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium.
