The struggles of Hunt and Ertugral a wake-up call

VETERAN coaches Gavin Hunt and Muhsin Ertugral have long been pillars of South African football, each enjoying a history of success and accolades.

- SMISO MSOMI

However, in recent seasons, both have faced significant struggles, and their current difficulties may highlight a deeper issue in football - the limitations of outdated coaching tactics and philosophies.

Ertugral, a coach with vast experience in South Africa and abroad, has endured a particularly turbulent spell. His brief tenure at Cape Town City ended after 14 matches, with a poor record of three victories, three draws, and eight defeats.

Despite his track record of success at clubs like Kaizer Chiefs and Ajax Cape Town, his stint at City concluded with the team languishing in 13th place and facing relegation danger. This is a far cry from the days when Ertugral’s emphasis on attacking football and nurturing young talent made him one of the most respected coaches in the league.