By Rorisang Rampheteng:
BLOEMFONTEIN – Siwelele FC has officially said “abahambe” to 23 players as the club continues its major squad rebuild ahead of the 2026/27 Betway Premiership season.
The club confirmed the departures through a series of social media posts, thanking each player for their service and wishing them well in the next chapter of their careers. The players who have left the club are Ricardo Goss, Mahlatse Makudubela, Maloisane Mokhele, Thabo Mokhele, Chibuike Ohizu, Buhle Mkhwanazi, Samir Nurkovic, Nyiko Mobbie, Samkelo Zwane, Koketso Sekgodiso, Mandlenkosi Nkosi, Ghampani Lungu, Bohlale Ngwato, Neo Rapoo, Thabang Mahlangu, Lazola Maku, Kgaogelo Sekgota, Happy Mashiane, Pogiso Sanoka, Enoch Quaicoe, Gape Moralo, Keanin Ayer and Lyle Lakay.
Several of the departing players joined Siwelele FC following the club’s takeover of SuperSport United and are expected to move on as part of agreements linked to the transition.
While supporters bid farewell to familiar faces, head coach Lehlohonolo Seema has already shifted his attention to preparing the remaining squad for the demanding pre-season programme. “Pre-season is where sacrifices become strengths. The work we do now is the confidence we’ll carry into the season. Don’t chase perfection, chase progress. Be better today than you were yesterday, and the results will take care of themselves,” Seema told the players.
The club also confirmed the departure of assistant coach Onismor Bhasera, thanking him for his contribution.
With 23 players already out the door, all eyes will now be on Siwelele FC’s next move as supporters eagerly await the arrival of new signings to usher in a new era at the Bloemfontein-based club. – @NewsSA_Online
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