Official! South African club sacks head coach
Another unexpected coaching change has rocked South African football.
Details: Highbury FC have officially confirmed the departure of head coach Vusumuzi Vilakazi. The club announced the decision in a statement, thanking the South African tactician for his work and dedication during his time in charge. The management expressed its appreciation for the coach's contribution, commitment and efforts. However, the club did not specify the reasons behind the separation.
Vilakazi only took charge of Highbury in June 2026, arriving ahead of the new Motsepe Foundation Championship campaign. His appointment was intended to help the club compete for promotion to South Africa's top division.
At the time of his departure, Highbury occupy eighth place in the league standings with 15 points from ten matches. The team have recorded four victories, three draws and three defeats, scoring 11 goals and conceding the same number.
The club's most recent league fixture ended in a disappointing 3-1 defeat away to NWU Soccer Institute on November 7. Just six days earlier, Highbury had secured a 2-1 comeback victory over Leicesterford.
It's worth noting that Highbury finished sixth in the Motsepe Foundation Championship last season, collecting 42 points from 30 matches. Vilakazi's tenure has therefore ended just over four months after his appointment.
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