Chippa United has officially reached an agreement with Sinethemba Badela, formerly the assistant coach at Wydad AC, to take over as their new head coach.
According to iDiski Times, this appointment signals a significant shift in direction for the Chilli Boys as they prepare for the upcoming season.
The move to bring in Badela comes hot on the heels of the club’s decision to appoint Sinesipho Mali as their new Sporting Director, indicating a concerted effort by Chippa United to restructure and revitalize their technical department.
Information circulating from within the club suggests that extensive meetings and negotiations between Badela’s representatives and the Chippa management concluded successfully on Monday, culminating in this key agreement.
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The anticipation is high that Badela will elevate Chippa United’s performance. His recent experience as assistant coach at Moroccan giants Wydad AC under the tutelage of Rulani Mokwena is expected to be invaluable.
This stint in North African football, known for its tactical prowess and demanding environment, will undoubtedly have broadened his coaching philosophy and given him exposure to high-level strategic planning.
Badela is widely recognized for his preference for possession-based football, a style he cultivated during his time as a coach at Cape Town All-Stars. Before his move to Wydad AC with Mokwena in the 2024/25 season, Badela also served as the DStv Diski Challenge (DDC) coach for Mamelodi Sundowns.
This role with the Brazilians’ reserve team further honed his ability to develop talent and implement a distinct playing style from the grassroots level up. His background suggests a coach who prioritizes tactical discipline and a proactive approach to the game.
Chippa United fans will be eager to see how Badela’s coaching philosophy translates onto the Betway Premiership stage and if he can indeed steer the Chilli Boys to new heights in the upcoming season.