Marumo Gallants FC are on the verge of signing former SuperSport United defender Eric Mbangossoum after the 26-year-old impressed during pre-season training. The Chad international, who arrived in South Africa in 2024, is expected to bolster Gallants' backline as they prepare for their Betway Premiership opener against Mamelodi Sundowns on August 2. League standing: 14th in Premier Soccer League, 25 pts, 4W-13D-13L from 30 games, recent form DDDDD.
Who is Eric Mbangossoum?
Mbangossoum joined SuperSport United in 2024 after a successful stint with Union de Touarga in Morocco. The defender was set to sign for University of Pretoria last season, but the deal fell through. Now, he looks set to join Marumo Gallants FC, where he has caught the eye of head coach Phuti Mohafe during training sessions.
Why does this signing matter for Gallants?
Marumo Gallants FC finished 14th in the Premier Soccer League last season with 25 points, scoring 21 goals and conceding 38. The club has been reshaping its squad ahead of the 2026/27 campaign, releasing eight players, including Lebogang Mabotja and Washington Arubi. Mbangossoum's arrival could provide much-needed defensive stability as Gallants aim to improve their goal difference (-17) and climb the table.
What’s next for Marumo Gallants FC?
With the new season just around the corner, Gallants will kick off their campaign against Mamelodi Sundowns on August 2. Under the leadership of Phuti Mohafe, who guided Polokwane City to a top-eight finish last season, the team is looking to make a strong start. The club has already shown its ambition by backing Mohafe in the transfer market, and Mbangossoum’s signing is a clear statement of intent.
