After the shock departure of Clinton Larsen, Carling Knockout Cup champions Magesi FC appointed veteran coach Owen da Gama as their new tactician.
Local football fans reacted on social media to wish Da Gama luck, while some believe the PSL's bottom side is heading towards relegation
The PSL's bottom side, Magesi FC, has appointed Owen da Gama as their new coach after Clinton Larsen left the club in December 2024.Magesi lost 1-0 to Orlando Pirates As a striker, Da Gama played in Europe, enjoying league success in Ireland, while as a coach, he tasted domestic cup triumphs withBefore leaving the club, Larsen enjoyed a good relationship with club management after he praised the bosses for allowing him to coach the side freely.
Last season, Magesi enjoyed success by earning promotion to the PSL for the first time while the Carling Cup success served as their first major success in South African football.Local football fans reacted on social media to say Da Gama cannot save Magesi from relegation, while some wished the 63-year-old coach luck."I saw him yesterday taking notes, but I'm not sure he will survive the axe. Owen da Gama, good luck.
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