Kaizer Chiefs academy graduate Darrel Matsheke has made a promise to the Stellenbosch FC faithful after completing a return to the Cape Winelands side for a second spell.
Stellies officially announced the signing of the 27-year-old defensive midfielder on Friday, 18 September.
As previously reported by FARPost, Matsheke has put pen to paper on a short-term contract with the Gavin Hunt-led outfit. The midfielder passed his medical on Thursday before linking up with his new teammates in training.
Matsheke previously donned the Maroon jersey during the 2023/24 campaign. He played a pivotal role in the club’s historic Carling Knockout triumph, scoring the winning spot-kick in the final against TS Galaxy to lift the silverware.
During his first stint with the Cape club, he made 12 appearances across all competitions before brief spells with the now-defunct Motsepe Foundation Championship side Pretoria Callies and Kruger United.
‘IT WAS UNEXPECTED’: DARREL MATSHEKE ON STELLIES RETURN
Speaking to the club’s media department following his unveiling, Matsheke expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to rejoin the side.
“It feels great to be back at Stellenbosch FC. It was unexpected, but I am really happy to be here,” said Matsheke. “I can only thank God for the opportunity, and the Club and the coach for trusting me enough to bring me back.”
THE DARREL MATSHEKE PROMISE
The midfielder insists he has a point to prove and aims to help the club build on their recent achievements.
“I want to pick up where I left off on the field and help the team compete… I missed out on the opportunity to play in Africa [CAF Confederation Cup] last time,” he added.
“So, there’s a bit of unfinished business, but this is a second chance for me to do more and achieve those goals.”
Matsheke has been handed the number 31 jersey for the current campaign. He could make his first appearance of the campaign when Stellenbosch clash with Kruger United in the Betway Premiership this weekend.
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