Fresh off securing top-flight survival in their debut Betway Premiership campaign, Siwelele FC have initiated a massive tactical overhaul, officially announcing the departure of 12 first-team players.
The radical roster clear-out signals the Bloemfontein outfit’s clear intent to transition from mere top-flight survivalists to genuine upper-table competitors ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.
From Franchise Takeover to a Top-10 Finish
The club has enjoyed a meteoric, highly dramatic first year in South African football:
- The R50-Million Revival: The Siwelele identity was spectacularly revived ahead of the 2025/26 season after a consortium led by Chairman Calvin Le John purchased SuperSport United’s top-flight status. The club instantly brought professional football back to the iconic Dr Petrus Molemela Stadium.
- The Seema Turning Point: Following a rocky start that saw the early dismissals of executive staff, head coach Lehlohonolo Seema was brought in to steady the ship. Backed by talismanic mid-season arrivals like Zakhele Lepasa and Vincent Pule, Seema successfully guided the team to an impressive 10th-place finish.
Having mathematically locked in safety in April 2026, the technical team has wasted no time clearing out high-profile veterans and fringe players to make room for fresh reinforcement—including the recently captured Orlando Pirates duo of Thabiso Sesane and Selaelo Rasebotja.
The Complete List of Outgoing Siwelele FC Players
The high-volume exit list features seasoned top-flight campaigners, continental internationals, and utility players:
- Happy Mashiane
- Ghampani Lungu
- Lyle Lakay
- Kgaogelo Sekgota
- Pogiso Sanoka
- Keanin Ayer
- Bohlale Ngwato
- Neo Rapoo
- Thabang Mahlangu
- Lazola Maku
- Enoch Quaicoe
- Gape Moralo
