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USMNT's Klinsmann suffers neck fracture after collision

U.S. Men's National Team goalkeeper Jonathan Klinsmann suffered a broken neck while playing for Cesena this weekend. The American shotstopper, who was part of USMNT camp in the fall, was forced out of the game in the final moments of his team's 2-0 loss to Palermo after colliding with a Palermo player.

Frequently asked questions

Andries 'Pele Pele' Mkhwanazi and Bethuel Mokgosinyana are considered the founding fathers of the club which was formed in 1937.

Dr Irvin Khoza took over as club secretary and owner in 1991.

The club plays home fixtures at Orlando Stadium in Soweto with the ground being owned by the City of Johannesburg.

They are known by several nicknames, including: The Sea Robbers, The Bucs, Happy People and Buccaneers.

33 official domestic trophies plus one Caf Champions League (1995) and one Caf Super Cup (1996).

Nine times under different auspices. PSL (4), NSL (1), NPSL (4).

Happy Jele made 401 appearances for the club

Bendict Vilakazi scored 52 goals for the club.