The alarming decline of ownership standards as Siwelele FA battles turbulent times

IN the upper echelons of South African football, a troubling reality is emerging - the political manoeuvring surrounding the Premier Soccer League (PSL) is beginning to overshadow the essence of the game itself.

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SPORT Minister Gayton Mckenzie and his son, Calvin Le John, who has purchased Siwelele FC for R50 million from PSL outfit Supersport United. | Facebook

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Recent performances from Siwelele, a new club in the top flight, have been disheartening, as they have suffered their sixth defeat in eight matches without scoring a single goal in their last seven games.

Yet, it’s the escalating off-field crises that present an even more pressing issue.

At the centre of this turmoil is the club’s chairman, Calvin Le John, whose lineage ties him to Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie. Le John has stoked controversy with his recent remarks regarding the club’s management and trajectory. In a video announcement, Le John declared that Siwelele has severed ties with CEO Stan Matthews and assistant coach Andre Arendse, citing alleged threats to their safety.

This alarming revelation suggests a more sinister atmosphere surrounding the club, prompting questions about the pressures faced by those in leadership positions.