Marumo Gallants FC have made changes to their technical staff, with head coach Phuti Mohafe and his assistant Musa Bilankulu leaving the club. The organization announced the move, confirming that second assistant coach Trevor Mathiane will assume the role of interim head coach.
The choice was made as the side finds itself near the bottom of the Premier Soccer League table, having earned a minimal number of points from its initial games. Their recent sequence of results includes a loss, and they were beaten by Amazulu in their most recent outing. Defensive issues have been a problem, as indicated by the number of goals they have allowed.
The club emphasized that its main focus is on keeping things stable and making sure planning for the upcoming matches proceeds smoothly. In a short statement, Marumo Gallants indicated it would not provide additional details about the reasons behind the choice.
A club spokesperson, Mbali Hlophe, stated: "Marumo Gallants make changes to technical team." The team expressed gratitude to its fans, sponsors, and other involved parties for their ongoing backing and mentioned that more information would be shared in due course.
Trevor Mathiane, who was serving as the second assistant, will guide the squad temporarily. The club has started the process of looking for a long-term head coach. Mathiane's primary job is to stop the team's poor run, starting with the upcoming league match.
This adjustment to the coaching setup comes after some activity involving players. The club announced the temporary arrivals of Daniel Msendami and Abdoulaye Karo from Orlando Pirates, with Mbeki Mabuza going the other way. While a player has scored a couple of times, the high number of goals conceded has contributed to the team's place in the league table.
As the hunt for a new coach begins, Mathiane's initial focus is on improving results. His first game in charge will be the next league contest.
