- Spurs were in the NFD this season
- But they have been relegated to the third-tier league
- That ends years of being a big force in SA football
BackpagepixGONE! Ex-Kaizer Chiefs coach leads 1995 South African champions Cape Town Spurs to relegation as two-time Nedbank Cup champions prepare for life in amateur football
BackpagepixWHAT HAPPENED?
The 2024/25 National First Division campaign ended on Sunday with Cape Town Spurs being relegated to the third division.
This was after Ernest Middendorp's side lost 1-0 to Durban City at Athlone Stadium to end the season on position 15.
The development marks a big fall for City, who were once a big force in South African football, providing players to national teams across the continent as well as being 1995 South African champions.
GOAL GFXTHE BIGGER PICTURE
Cape Town Spurs are likely to lose some players after being relegated from professional football.
That includes midfielder Asanele Velebayi, who has been on the radar of Kaizer Chiefs.
It is to be seen if Amakhosi coach Nasreddine Nabi will pursue Velebayi, who was a target of previous Chiefs coaches.
BackPagePixWHAT NEXT?
The NFD season has been concluded and it remains to be seen if Cape Town Spurs will be able to return to professional football next season.
Middendorp is likely not to go down to the third division with the Urban Warriors.
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