Ex-Pirates striker lands new coaching role

Published on by Nkosiyabuya Sithole

Former Orlando Pirates striker Thembinkosi ‘Terror’ Fanteni has landed a coaching role at the M8 High Performance Football Programme.

The ex-Buccaneers forward has been forgotten in the football circles since his hung up his boots in 2019.

He joins former Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns defender Mario Booysen, who is also a coach at the programme. 

Moreover, former Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates coach Muhsin Ertugral serves as the Technical Director.

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“Terror now joins Mario Booysen,” confirms Gary Cassisa, the director of Mede8 Sports Agency told KickOff.

“The programme runs from Monday to Friday and is aimed at developing young footballers into future professionals.

“We are not a development club but focus on training and development through High Performance.

“The programme has been running for a few months here in Rondebosch and we have sent players to join up with professional clubs from the amateur ranks.

“Connor Jales is a product of this programme, an 18-year-old striker who signed with Baroka FC a few weeks ago and made his debut in the Nedbank Cup (qualification round) last week.”

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Nkosiyabuya Sithole

Nkosiyabuya Sithole, a young and rising sports journalist based in Durban, South Africa, harbors a deep passion for football. Nevertheless, he aspires to become a well-rounded journalist, adept in various areas of the field.

Nkosi's career began in 2020, working as a home-based writer during the COVID-19 pandemic. He has since written for various websites, including Briefly News, FiND-iT News, and The South African. Attending live sporting events is a particular pleasure for him, as they provide opportunities for interaction with sports personalities.

Outside of the office, he's a God-fearing and affable young man.