Keagan Dolly: From being the livewire of Mamelodi Sundowns' CBD to France with Montpellier and stint at Kaizer Chiefs, the ex-Bafana Bafana star is out in cold after leaving TS Galaxy

Dolly’s career truly ignited when he joined Sundowns in 2015, quickly earning a reputation as one of the most electrifying left-wingers in the PSL. His dazzling partnership with Khama Billiat became the stuff of legend, as the duo terrorized defenses across the league.

Together, they powered Sundowns to dominate South African football during an unforgettable era under coach Pitso Mosimane, with Dolly playing a pivotal role at the heart of the club’s golden period. It was a time marked by silverware, including a celebrated treble that etched their names into the annals of PSL history.

Sundowns have always possessed an insatiable hunger for Champions League success, and Dolly was a key figure in the generation that delivered the club’s first - and only - Champions League title. In the thrilling 2016 final against Egyptian giants Zamalek, Dolly started both legs and stole the spotlight with his commanding performances.

That historic triumph not only crowned Sundowns as African champions but also completed a remarkable treble, adding the PSL title and the Telkom Knockout (now known as the Carling Knockout) to their haul, cementing that season as one of the finest in club history.

In 2017, Dolly’s rising star caught the eye of French Ligue 1 side Montpellier, marking a new chapter in his career. At the peak of his powers, his move overseas was such a momentous occasion that former Sundowns president Patrice Motsepe - now president of CAF - held a press conference to announce the transfer personally.

While Dolly spent four years in France, his stint was unfortunately hampered by injuries, and he never quite reached the heights that fans and critics alike had anticipated.

Deciding it was time to return home, Dolly signed for Chiefs, who warmly welcomed him into the Naturena village. At 28, many expected him to still have several prime years ahead, but things didn’t go as planned.

Dolly struggled to find his form and was rumored to be one of the highest earners in the PSL during his time at Chiefs. Unfortunately, his performances never justified the hefty investment, with just over 60 appearances that failed to make a lasting impact or live up to the expectations of the Amakhosi faithful.

After his release from Chiefs, Dolly caught the attention of TS Galaxy, who brought him on board in hopes of reigniting his career. Before signing, he even trialed with the now-defunct SuperSport United but didn’t make the cut. For a moment, it seemed Dolly might rediscover his old magic at Galaxy, but that revival never materialized.

At 32, with a history of injuries catching up to him, his output remained limited. After just one season, Galaxy released him, leaving fans to wonder where the once-brilliant Bafana star might appear next and if he still has more chapters to write in his football journey.

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