07/07/2025
🇿🇦 Yusuf Maart: From Forgotten Coloured Communities to Europe — A Story of Grit, Glory & Greatness 🌍💫
🚨 Breaking News: Kaizer Chiefs Captain Yusuf Maart Signs with Austria’s SV Ried 🇦🇹⚽
In a historic and emotional move, Kaizer Chiefs captain Yusuf Maart has officially signed for SV Ried, a newly promoted team in Austria’s top-tier Bundesliga. 💼✈️ This transfer marks a massive moment for South African football, especially for the Coloured community, as one of their own steps onto the European stage to fly the Mzansi flag high! 🇿🇦🔥
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👦🏽 Humble Beginnings: A Son of the Forgotten 💪🏽🏘️
Yusuf Maart was born in Cape Town on 17 July 1995, raised in a humble Coloured household where football was more than just a game — it was a way out. 🌍⚽
He grew up in one of South Africa’s forgotten Coloured communities, where opportunities were few, but dreams were big. These are areas often overlooked, under-resourced, and left behind — yet filled with spirit, culture, and untapped brilliance. ✊🏽
> "I had to fight for everything. But football kept me focused. I wanted to make my family and community proud." — Yusuf Maart
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🏃🏽♂️ Rise Through the Ranks: From Dusty Streets to National Spotlight 🇿🇦🌟
Youth Career: Played for local clubs in Cape Town before being scouted by Orlando Pirates.
2017: Promoted to Orlando Pirates first team but found limited game time.
2018–2020: Loaned to Cape Umoya United in the NFD to gain experience.
2020–2022: Signed by Sekhukhune United, where he truly shined, becoming a midfield general and earning his Bafana Bafana debut.
2022–2025: Joined Kaizer Chiefs, becoming a fan favorite and captain, leading the club to its first trophy in over a decade — the MTN8 Cup. 🏆
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📊 Career Stats (as of 2025):
Club Appearances Goals Assists
Orlando Pirates 3 0 0
Cape Umoya United 30 2 4
Sekhukhune United 43 5 6
Kaizer Chiefs 60+ 7 10+
South Africa (National) 11 1 2
🔥 Known for:
Vision & passing accuracy 🎯
Fierce leadership & passion ❤️
Long-range screamers 🚀
Calm under pressure 😎
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🏆 Achievements:
🥇 MTN8 Champion with Kaizer Chiefs (2024)
🏅 Bafana Bafana international debut (2021)
👑 Kaizer Chiefs Captain – led with pride, honour & humility
🌍 Signed to SV Ried – entering the European stage at age 30!
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✊🏽 A Message to Coloured Youth: "Your Background Doesn’t Define You"
Yusuf Maart’s story is proof that you don’t need privilege to have purpose. You don’t need elite academies or perfect conditions — just heart, hustle, and hope.
> 🗣️ "You can come from Eldos, Bonteheuwel, Gelvandale, Wentworth — wherever — but if you believe in yourself and stay disciplined, you can reach your dreams."
He now joins Antonio van Wyk at SV Ried, showing that Coloured talent belongs on the global stage. 🌍🔥
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🎉 Final Words: Go Make Us Proud, Yusuf! 🇿🇦💚
Your journey from the shadows of forgotten Coloured communities to European football inspires us all. You carry not just a ball — but the hopes of generations who never got the chance.
Salute, Captain! 🫡 May your legacy spark a movement of belief in every young Coloured child dreaming beyond the borders of struggle.
