Eswatini’s iconic football club, Mbabane Highlanders, has announced bold plans for a sweeping overhaul, ushering in what it calls a transformative new chapter under the leadership of Director Rubber Simelane.
Speaking on the Morning Sport show, club spokesperson Lington Gule revealed that significant structural and personnel changes are on the horizon.
“There will be changes within the club,” Gule said, affirming that the management intends to release several players and recruit fresh talent to bolster the squad’s competitiveness.
The announcement follows a pivotal meeting held yesterday between Simelane and the club’s senior elders—a gathering Gule described as “the perfect opportunity” to align on the Highlanders’ long-term direction.
The discussion centered not only on rebuilding the squad but also on reinforcing leadership stability.
“We want to affirm that Rubber Simelane is indeed staying as the Director of the club for the 18 months duration that we agreed on,” Gule declared, quashing any rumors about instability at the helm.
His statement came as a reassurance to fans and stakeholders eager for consistency during a period of transition.
Gule added that the elders welcomed Simelane “with open arms,” signaling unified support for the director’s vision.
This unity, according to insiders, will be instrumental as the club undertakes its ambitious restructuring.
Mbabane Highlanders, a club with deep roots and a decorated history in Eswatini football, has faced turbulent seasons in recent years.
However, with fresh leadership commitment and a clear roadmap, supporters are hopeful that the team will return to its former glory.
“We are looking forward to making Mbabane Highlanders great again,” Gule concluded, encapsulating the renewed optimism surrounding the club.
As the Highlanders prepare for a transformative journey, fans will be watching closely—eager to see how this new era under Director Simelane unfolds on and off the pitch.
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