ON DEADLINE DAY

Mforce. BABANE- Mbabane Highlanders finally added more fire power in their striking

This happened during the last minutes of the extended window period on Monday. Highlanders were able to register their former star Mfanufikile ‘Fash’ Ndzimandze, who has played for a number of teams in the country, such as Mbabane Swallows, Manzini Wanderers, Moneni Pirates and Pigg’s Peak Black Swallows. Although information on his deal with the Bull was scanty at the time of compiling this report, Highlanders confirmed that he was now officially in the Bull’s kraal. This was confirmed by their Public Relations Officer (PRO) Mandla Madonsela.

“With his experience, we wanted to add depth in our striking force. We are hoping that he will adjust very soon and assist the team achieve its set goals. We will be playing in the CAF Champions League next year,” Mandonsela said.

The black and white ensemble’s striking force now boasts former Eswatini international Bongikhosi ‘Manyovu’ Dlamini, who has played for Angola’s Segrada Esperence and Royal Leapard. It also has former Green Mamba and Mbabane Swallows forward Musa Dlamini and South Africa-born Josef Lekata.

“We will make use of whosoever will be available. We’re going for a championship on Sunday in the MoMo Cup. Preparations are at an advanced stage. The semifinals look pretty easy but practically they’re not. We will ensure we prepare adequately,” the PRO said. Madonsela also thanked Highlanders Managing Director (MD) Chief Ally Kgomongwe for the signings and assembling a formidable team ahead of the new campaign.

Relegation

Meanwhile, the striker’s name had become synonymous with Highlanders, having spent a lion’s share of his career at the black and white outfit. He was part of the Highlanders side that suffered a shock relegation in the 2012/13 season. He fired over 10 goals Divito help

Premier in the National First sion the following season Highlanders to regain their League status.

1. Bongikhosi Manyovu

2. Ndumiso Shongwe

3. Siyabonga Mkhontfo

4. Josef Lekata

5. Musa Dlamini

6. Tshwarelo Bereng

7. Enzo Motsa

(File pic) Mbabane Highlanders’ Mfanufikile ‘Fash’ Ndzimandze.

(Pics: Pholsile Hlophe) Mali’s AS Real Bamako Coach Nouhaum Diani (L) and his Royal Leopard counterpart Edwin Matsebula, shake hands after declaring readiness for their TotalEnegies CAF Confederation Cup clash.

AS Bamako Captain Germain Berthe (L) and his Leopard counterpart Muzi ‘ Mzoro’ Dlamini, will lead their teams this afternoon at 3pm.