Polokwane City FC and head coach Phuti Mohafe are set to part ways ahead of the 2026/27 season. The experienced tactician may not be out of work for long, as he is emerging as a leading candidate to take over at Marumo Gallants.

What happened?

The Siya crew has been reliably informed that discussions surrounding a potential move are progressing and could be concluded in the coming weeks.

Why it matters for Polokwane City FC

Mohafe has earned widespread praise for the work he has done at Polokwane City, guiding the club to impressive finishes despite operating with comparatively modest resources.

What comes next?

Should the move materialise, Gallants would be acquiring one of the league's most consistent performers on the touchline in recent seasons. Under Mohafe's stewardship, Polokwane City secured a place in the MTN8 in each of the last three seasons.

SeasonMTN8 Finish
2023/24Qualified
2024/25Qualified
2025/26Qualified

Phuti Mohafe, the 52-year-old coach, successfully established Rise and Shine as a competitive force in the Betway Premiership. After being entrusted with the head coach role during the 2023/24 campaign, Mohafe brought stability and progress to the team.

Soccer Laduma contacted Marumo Gallants for comment, but no response had been received at the time of publication.