Ramovic returns to SA to face Stellenbosch

SEAD Ramovic endeared himself to members of the local football fraternity during his spell at TS Galaxy, but he will return to South African shores on Sunday eager to inflict pain on a revered coach and his newly found project.

- MIHLALI BALEKA

Ramovic will lead his CR Belouizdad side in their fourth CAF Confederation Cup group-stage match against Gavin Hunt's Stellenbosch in South Africa, although the venue and kickoff time were yet to be confirmed.

The German coach returns to the country with a sizeable following, having turned Galaxy into a formidable force on the pitch despite the club operating as a selling outfit that nurtured and developed talent for profit, both locally and abroad.

Part of Ramovic’s success at Galaxy included guiding the club into the Top 8 just months after they had settled into the top flight following chairman Tim Sukazi’s purchase of Highlands Park’s status.

With “football beef” forged through onand off-the-pitch battles, Ramovic also clashed regularly with then Mamelodi Sundowns co-coach Rulani Mokwena, the duo providing fiery duels whenever they crossed paths.