Betway Premiership side Magesi FC has confirmed the departure of 10 first-team players, including two former Orlando Pirates stars.
The release of ten players by Magesi FC closely followed the departure of head coach Owen Da Gama. Despite successfully saving the team from relegation, Da Gama was relieved of his duties after the club and he couldn’t agree on new contract terms, as previously reported by FARPost.
The former Highlands Park FC mentor took over the coaching role in December 2024, with the team fighting relegation, and managed to move them out of the danger zone.
Magesi finished the 2024/25 season in 13th position on the league table after collecting 31 points in 28 matches.
It was Dikwena tลกa Meetse’s first completed season in the top-flight after gaining promotion from the Motsepe Foundation Championship at the start of last season.
In their maiden campaign in the elite league, Magesi made history by winning their first major trophy, clinching the 2024 Carling Knockout Cup.
They caused a big upset after defeating Mamelodi Sundowns 2-1 in the final at Free State Stadium in November 2024.
THE ย 10 PLAYERS RELEASED BY MAGESI FC
As Magesi prepare for the upcoming season, they have announced the exit of 10 players, including Gift Motupa, Neverdie Makhubela, Deolin Mekoa, Rhulani Manzini, Amos Mokwena, Boikanyo Komane, Maboke Matlakala, Anathi Ngwadla, Given Mashikinya, and Menzi Ndwandwe.
The notable names in the list are Motupa and Makhubela, who were previously in the colours of Pirates. Last season, the duo struggled to make a meaningful impact at Magesi, resulting in their release from the team.
In the new campaign, Magesi will be looking to continue building a strong team and compete with other top clubs in the league.
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