This Saturday, all roads lead to the Pumas Rugby Stadium in Witbank as South Africa’s football legends gather to celebrate the 12th anniversary of mining giant Masemanzi Mining Holdings. In a highly-anticipated showdown, former stars from two of the country’s most beloved football clubs, Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates, will face off and recreate the magic of their bygone era.
The clash is sure to draw a massive crowd, with Chiefs and Pirates boasting legions of loyal fans. This historic rivalry is etched in the annals of South African football, and their encounters are always a spectacle to behold.
Coaching the Chiefs Legends team will be none other than the legendary Doctor Khumalo, a former Bafana Bafana international, alongside the skilled Thabo Mooki. The star-studded lineup includes Cyril Nzama, Tsepo Masilela, Siphiwe Tshabalala, Brian Baloyi, and Siyabonga Nomvethe, promising a football spectacle that fans won’t want to miss.
Mmbie Munasi, the Managing Director of Masemanzi, expressed that the primary objective of this match is to commemorate the 12th anniversary of the company.
“The company was started 12 years ago; it was not as easy as one would think. But the company has done very well,” Munasi told FARPost.
“It’s a mining company in the coal industry. We want to ensure we give back to the community where we do business – in Emalahleni.
“The best way to do this is – we looked at what would unite the people of Witbank, and the only sport that could do so is football. So we decided to bring Chiefs and Pirates legends.”
Lucky Lekgwathi, the ex-captain, will serve as the leader of the Pirates Legends squad, with a roster featuring standout players such as Tlou Segolela, alongside Steve Lekoelea, William Okpara, and Eugene Zwane.
Zwane expressed that this match holds a unique significance as they have some unfinished business to attend to. The former Buccaneers’ luminaries are motivated by their 1-0 loss in their previous encounter against their counterparts in Malamulele.
“It’s always exciting to play a derby,” Zwane told FARPost. “It doesn’t matter whether it’s a Masters or Legends match. The vibe is always nice to experience. This one is particularly exciting because in the last game we played against Chiefs Legends, we lost. We want to avenge. We have a score to settle.”
Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates Legends Set to Rekindle Glory Days in Epic Commemorative Match
This Saturday, all roads lead to the Pumas Rugby Stadium in Witbank as South Africa’s football legends gather to celebrate the 12th anniversary of mining giant Masemanzi Mining Holdings. In a highly-anticipated showdown, former stars from two of the country’s most beloved football clubs, Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates, will face off and recreate the magic of their bygone era.
The clash is sure to draw a massive crowd, with Chiefs and Pirates boasting legions of loyal fans. This historic rivalry is etched in the annals of South African football, and their encounters are always a spectacle to behold.
Coaching the Chiefs Legends team will be none other than the legendary Doctor Khumalo, a former Bafana Bafana international, alongside the skilled Thabo Mooki. The star-studded lineup includes Cyril Nzama, Tsepo Masilela, Siphiwe Tshabalala, Brian Baloyi, and Siyabonga Nomvethe, promising a football spectacle that fans won’t want to miss.
Mmbie Munasi, the Managing Director of Masemanzi, expressed that the primary objective of this match is to commemorate the 12th anniversary of the company.
“The company was started 12 years ago; it was not as easy as one would think. But the company has done very well,” Munasi told FARPost.
“It’s a mining company in the coal industry. We want to ensure we give back to the community where we do business – in Emalahleni.
“The best way to do this is – we looked at what would unite the people of Witbank, and the only sport that could do so is football. So we decided to bring Chiefs and Pirates legends.”
Lucky Lekgwathi, the ex-captain, will serve as the leader of the Pirates Legends squad, with a roster featuring standout players such as Tlou Segolela, alongside Steve Lekoelea, William Okpara, and Eugene Zwane.
Zwane expressed that this match holds a unique significance as they have some unfinished business to attend to. The former Buccaneers’ luminaries are motivated by their 1-0 loss in their previous encounter against their counterparts in Malamulele.
“It’s always exciting to play a derby,” Zwane told FARPost. “It doesn’t matter whether it’s a Masters or Legends match. The vibe is always nice to experience. This one is particularly exciting because in the last game we played against Chiefs Legends, we lost. We want to avenge. We have a score to settle.”
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