In a groundbreaking move, Chippa United have appointed Morgan Mammila to a newly created, unprecedented role within the club.
On Tuesday, Chippa announced the appointment of Mammila as the club’s first ever Football Sporting Director. This strategic move marks a significant step in the club’s commitment to strengthening its football operations and fostering a sustainable pathway for young talent.
Mammila, who recently rejoined the club as one of the assistant coaches, will oversee the technical team, drive player recruitment, and enhance the development and reserve team structures.
He rejoined the Chilli Boys last month after stepping down as the head coach of Baroka FC in September of the previous year.
His exit from Bakgaga was prompted by the unsatisfactory results in the beginning of the 2024/25 Motsepe Foundation Championship, which led to his eventual fallout with the club’s management.
Mammila came back to the Gqeberha club for his third stint, having left the team in January 2024 before he had the chance to return to Baroka
CHIPPA UNITED OFFICIAL STATEMENT ON MORGAN MAMMILA’S NEW ROLE
“Chippa United FC is pleased to officially announce Morgan Mammila as the club’s first-ever Football Sporting Director. Mammila, who rejoined the club last month without an official announcement. We have been working behind the scenes to carefully reintegrate him into the football environment after a period away from the game.
“Following a thorough evaluation, we have now formalised his appointment to lead the club’s sporting operations. In his new role, Mammila will be responsible for overseeing the technical team, driving player recruitment, and strengthening the developmental and reserve team structures to create a clear pathway for young talent.
“His appointment is a strategic step in ensuring continuity and alignment across all footballing aspects of the club, from the development level to the first team.
“Additionally, we confirm that Thabo September will continue as head coach, with coach Mabhuti as an Assistant coach. While our reserve team has faced challenges this season, the club remains committed to identifying and nurturing local talent, a key objective that Mammila will oversee as part of his mandate.
“Chippa United FC fully supports Mammila in his new role and looks forward to the positive impact of his leadership. We wish him all the best as he embarks on this journey to build a stronger football foundation for the club.”
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