Witbooi completes Grassy Park United’s puzzle with the addition of serial winner Pequeno alongside “Shakes”
Why have one when you can have two of the top coaches in Safa Western Cape’s ABC Motsepe League’s Second Division? That is what the Grassy Park United Chairman, Zahier Witbooi (pictured centre), orchestrated when he roped in the well-travelled and successful tactician in Andrew Pequeno (pictured left) for the upcoming 2026/’27 season. Pequeno, a serial winner of note, […]
Marc’s patience and bravery pay off after signing first pro contract with Hope FC
Former Diadora and Silver Spurs attacking midfielder Marc Jonas’ first pro contract with Hope FC can be put down to his patience and bravery! The 21-year-year-old exciting and versatile midfielder has battled the odds and adversity to finally get his break with the newly promoted First Division outfit, Hope FC, also known as the “Immortals”. […]
“Nobody can buy that experience” – Modipa cites reasons why the FTF backs Jordaan in SAFA Elections
Tankiso Modipa, Chairperson of the Football Transformation Forum (FTF) has cited why they are backing SAFA President Dr. Danny Jordaan (pictured right) as their candidate to run for a fourth term in the upcoming elections in September. The FTF only recently confirmed that the 74-year-old Jordaan would be contesting for the elections, and will be […]
Goolam brings back “one of its own” in Stober to restore glory days at People’s Team
Brace yourselves for a homecoming of note, that of Gerald Stober to his beloved and very first pro club in Santos. Yes, I know, I was (pleasantly) shocked as well when the news broke that the 57-year-old former Bafana Bafana striker has returned to the club that kick-started his fantastic career. This was indeed one of those […]
Motsepe League clubs up in arms after Safa WC ‘breaks trust’ with the release of the two streams without consultation
ABC Motsepe League club owners are up in arms after Safa Western Cape confirmed the two streams for the 2026/’ season – but without the expected pre-season meeting, consultation and engagement with the member clubs as stated in the notice prior. Furthermore, clubs have not yet received any response to their previous correspondence sent on […]
Promises of Hope were brought to Swifts but quickly taken away again
So, the reality of Hope FC ditching Sea Point Swifts after just 10 months of ‘marriage’ following the former’s official affiliation to the New Crossroads LFA, should have sunk in by now. And while this latest development is just another part of the puzzle that has fallen into place for Hope’s hierarchy, Swifts is left to lick […]
“Silly season” takes centre stage as franchises flip while coaches, players seek greener pastures
Soccer has entered its “silly season” again, where statuses, franchises, coaches and players get prostituted left, right and centre – and where the highest bidder is always favourite to prevail. One must add that the amount of money floating around in the amateur space, especially in the ABC Motsepe League Second Division, is mind boggling. So […]
Coach Balla (and Giggs) not ready to be buried in ‘Graveyard League’ with Silver Spurs
In order to make sense of Sardick Barends’ appointment as head coach of Silver Spurs, it will certainly help to give a bit more context. Now, Spurs boast with the mantle of being one of the longest serving teams in Safa Cape Town’s Third Division League with over two decades of experience. During this time, […]
Enough is Enough! No Pay, No Play – 2026/27 Season
MEDIA STATEMENT The South African Football Clubs Association (SAFOCA) wishes to address the ongoing injustices faced by football clubs across South Africa. For many years, football clubs have remained the backbone of the game by developing talent, participating in competitions and contributing to the growth of South African football. Despite this vital role, numerous clubs […]
“We needed a change,” says Greenwood chairman after replacing Miller with Lewis
Goodwin Lewis is one of those coaches who never ceases to amaze. Lewis, better known as “Oenie” has vacated his advisory post at the Second Division club Inter City to replace Lionel Miller at Greenwood Athletic for the 2026’27 Third Division season of Safa Cape Town. This appointment was confirmed by Greenwood’s chairman Noel Isaacs. […]