Thanks Tokyo

Tokyo Sexwale may not have earned CAF votes in the road to the Fifa presidential elections, but it is clear that Mzansi football officials are a valuable asset to the CAF. The final of the Chan between the DR Congo and Mali was officiated by outstanding South African referee Daniel Bennett – that happened a few days after Sexwale announced the loss of votes from CAF. I do not believe that CAF discriminated against Sexwale. Also, the decision was not based on the understanding of the French language as some soccer fanatics suggested. Sexwale has strong leadership qualities and his political background appeals to the followers of the game of millions. But from my perspective, Sexwale could have been deprived of the CAF vote by not having a soccer constituency. He could have a big name in Formula One, but soccer gurus always need to belong or be positioned within the culture of football. Maybe on the road to the Fifa presidential election,Sexwale should have bought one of the Motsepe League or NFD teams, and then relocated it to the Eastern Cape.Yes, there’s Mthatha Bucks from the Motsepe League, but a Sexwale football team acquired at this stage could have earned the blessing of the Madiba Magic. Look at the likes of Chippa United – they relocated to the Eastern Cape. They might be losing some games, but they are not threatened by relegation. They are in the top eight and are playing an entertaining brand of football under coach Dan Malisela. On the other hand, by being among the five candidates, it’s a victory already for Sexwale. I do not want to predict the results. To me the future looks bright for him in football. His political accumen will drive him to greener pastures. Soccer fans need football leaders who possesses such a character. Godfrey Sigwela, Port Elizabeth the top two in the past three seasons. The problem is Chiefs prefers out of contract players. I think Amakhosi should sign two solid defenders, two quality attacking midfielders and a deadly striker. They wasted millions on players like Bukenya, Zulu, Karuru, Matovu, Mphela, Rusike and Mthembu. Players like Thabiso Kutumela,