SuperSport United FC is in the news this week as a former player finds a new club and the fixture schedule highlights key matches. Several stories also touch on clubs connected to SuperSport's recent history.
Where did Ayabulela Konqobe move?
Former SuperSport United midfielder Ayabulela Konqobe has signed for Betway Premiership newcomers Kruger United. The 30-year-old, who was a free agent after leaving Chippa United, has agreed to a one-year deal. Sporting director Elasto Kapowezha confirmed the signing.
Konqobe made 26 appearances across all competitions for Chippa last season, scoring twice. Kruger United have been ambitious in the transfer market, making 16 signings ahead of their debut top-flight campaign. Konqobe's experience from his time with SuperSport United, AmaZulu, and Ekenas IF will be valuable for the new side. You can see how other former Matsatsantsa players are performing on our stats page.
What are the key fixtures this week?
A packed week of football features matches involving clubs with connections to SuperSport United. The Betway Premiership schedule includes Mamelodi Sundowns hosting Siwelele on Wednesday. This fixture is notable as Siwelele acquired the top-flight status previously held by SuperSport United.
European football also returns with the UEFA Champions League. Multiple matches across SuperSport channels include Real Madrid vs Inter and Liverpool vs Atlético Madrid on Tuesday. Back in South Africa, the focus for many will be on the domestic league action and its implications for the standings.
What is happening with Siwelele?
Siwelele have suspended head coach Lehlohonolo Seema following a poor start to the season. The club has taken just two points from its first five matches. Seema, who was appointed after the club acquired SuperSport United's PSL status, will not be on the bench for Wednesday's match against Sundowns.
The club is considering interim options, including promoting reserve team coach Godfrey Mosoetsa. This decision comes after a significant player exodus at the end of last season, which included the departure of loaned captain Ricardo Goss. Siwelele's current form has raised early concerns about another relegation battle.
What did Jimmy Khanye say about Kaizer Chiefs?
IDiski TV analyst Jimmy Khanye has backed Siwelele to get a result against Kaizer Chiefs this weekend. Khanye expressed a lack of trust in Chiefs' current squad and performances, despite them being unbeaten in the league. "I don't trust them yet," Khanye said.
He pointed to Chiefs' lack of a natural striker and noted that Seema's teams tend to be motivated for such games. Kaizer Chiefs have not beaten Siwelele since the latter's promotion, drawing once and losing once last season. The two teams are set to meet in Dobsonville on Sunday. Fans can check the date and time for this and all upcoming matches on our fixtures page.
How did a former SuperSport goalkeeper perform?
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has defended his goalkeeper Ronwen Williams from recent criticism. Williams, who began his professional career at SuperSport United, was named man of the match in a 2-0 win over Milford FC. Cardoso urged critics to show respect for the Bafana Bafana captain.
"Any criticism of Ronwen Williams must be done with a lot of respect and very easy," Cardoso explained. He highlighted Williams' trophy-winning pedigree and his performance in high-pressure moments. The clean sheet against Milford was Sundowns' second in the league this season. Williams' next match is the aforementioned fixture against Siwelele at Loftus Stadium on Wednesday night.
