06/06/2025
SO CLOSE.... YET SO FAR FOR MAGOSI FC
- Promotion Charge Derailed By Baffling Decision
Ramotswa's Magosi FC looked destined for the FNB Premiership after a strong start following their relocation to Gamalete under the guidance of Enos Mmesi.
The team surged, seemingly on an unstoppable path towards elite football either by winning the league or through the play-offs. They won match after match, even reaching Position 2 on the log at some point, in what looked like a one-way ticket to the Premier League.
Then, in a move that has left fans bewildered and furious, the club's management made a pivotal change: they replaced the coaching staff. The decision, seen by many as inexplicable, derailed Magosi's momentum.
"What exactly were they fixing?" is the burning question echoing amongst the local supporters. The supporters now fear a golden opportunity has been squandered, believing their team was poised for promotion before the change of coaches.
Frustration boiled over onto social media. Fans blasted the "costly decision" to install Nelson Olebile as the new gaffer, replacing the successful Mmesi setup.
Masedi Kevin Teemane captured the sentiment: “The coaches who were appointed later in the season really failed the team, if it’s not broken, why fix it?”
Ogaufi Lefatshe was even more pointed, questioning Olebile's credentials and wondering how he could possibly lead Magosi up when he is the same coach who steered Police XI straight into relegation.
Digital publication, Soccer Junkies, delivered a stinging rebuke on Thursday, writing:
“Dear Magosi , soon to be Dinare , please note you failed yourselves and also sabotaged a wonderful work that was done by coach Mmesi . The current gaffer (Manelo) found the team in a good position and ready to fight for playoffs position if not win the league. You killed the momentum by appointing a never stable coach. I call him that cos he hardly sees a project off. .. always on the move .. please consider your flop and make sure such decisions are avoided next season.
From Judas Skariota.. the only person who will tell you the truth without fear or favour.”
The message from the fans and and other well wishers is clear: Magosi's management gamble backfired spectacularly, potentially costing the club its Premiership dream. The team eventually finished in third position, a whisker away from promotion positions that were occupied by champions Police XI and Jwaneng Young Stars who are in the promotional play-offs