Mamelodi Sundowns ladies team appoint Masandawana legend Godfrey Sapula as interim coach amidst Jerry Tshabalala’s allegations of sexual harassment

Mamelodi Sundowns ladies team has announced that Godfrey Sapula will serve as the interim coach while investigations regarding sexual harassment allegations against head coach Jerry Tshabalala are ongoing.

The Masandawana icon takes over from long-time Downs mentor Tshabalala, who has been suspended by the club since December last year as investigations into his misconduct are underway.

Sundowns announced Sapula's appointment on Sunday afternoon.

Sapula, who possesses a Caf A Coaching Licence, is familiar with the Sundowns Ladies team as he was brought in to strengthen the technical staff towards the end of last season.

Meanwhile, Tshabalala had been performing well for Sundowns before he was suspended.

The coach has achieved a record five league titles with the team since the 2019/20 season, when the league was established.

Sundowns are continuing their investigation into Tshabalala’s situation, and it remains uncertain whether the seasoned coach in women’s football will keep his role.

Sapula will be looking to have a successful stint as an interim coach and hopes to start by defending the league title for the Brazilian ladies.