Former SuperSport United coach Andre Arendse appointed Sekhukhune United assistant

The former SuperSport United assistant was left without a post after being let go by Siwelele following the club's rebrand.

He left alongside CEO Stan Matthews after a poor start to the current season and amid reports of death threats.

Sekhukhune has now snapped up the former Bafana Bafana stopper to work alongside Eric Tinkler.

A club statement read: "Sekhukhune United Football Club is pleased to announce the appointment of Andre Arendse – a highly respected figure in South African football and alumnus of the 1996 AFCON-winning

"Arendse joins fellow 96 gold medalist, Head Coach Eric Tinkler, on the bench, as Babina Noko look to finish strong in this season’s Betway Premiership campaign.

"The 58-year-old Arendse brings 15 years of coaching experience at Premiership level, having served in various capacities, including goalkeeper coach, assistant coach and interim head coach.

"His most recent feat was guiding SuperSport United to safety in the 2024#25 season, preserving their Premiership status.

"He holds both the FIFA goalkeeping certificate and a CAF B coaching licence, reflecting his dedication to technical development."

Sekhukhune United Chairman Mr Simon Malatji added: "Coaches Eric Tinkler and Andre Arendse know each other from their playing days and have not only crossed paths as coaching rivals, but lifted the 2017 MTN8 trophy together at 'Matsantsantsa'.

“They share a strong rapport, and we are confident that it'll translate positively in the team's performance and results.”