Former Magesi FC and All Stars head coach Allan Freese has sparked a debate across South African football, claiming new Kaizer Chiefs signing Thabo Moloisane should have been a top contender for the PSL Footballer of the Season award.
The 26-year-old centre-back joined Amakhosi as a free agent in June following an impressive stint at Stellenbosch FC. While Orlando Pirates star Relebohile Mofokeng ultimately took home the prestigious crown, Freese believes defensive excellence is consistently overlooked in individual award voting.
“I support their choice of Relebohile Mofokeng as Footballer of the Season, but Thabo Moloisane undoubtedly deserved to come much closer. The issue is that we tend to focus heavily on midfielders and strikers, neglecting defenders.”
— Allan Freese, Former PSL Head Coach
Key Highlights & Player Profile
- Tactical Versatility: Having previously coached Moloisane at All Stars, Freese noted his strength in a back three, praising his 1-v-1 defending and aerial duel winning capacity despite his modest height.
- Bafana Recognition: Moloisane’s consistent performances at Stellies earned him several national team call-ups, though he narrowly missed out on the final FIFA World Cup squad and the Defender of the Season nomination.
- Lineup Expectation: Following the departure of Aden McCarthy, Moloisane is expected to make his official competitive debut for Kaizer Chiefs this Saturday, 1 August 2026, when Amakhosi take on Kruger United at Mbombela Stadium.
