Sports

Sipho Mbule: 3 Facts About the Wanted SuperSport United Player and Kaizer Chiefs target

Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at 11:24 AM by Thando Mpembe

The league's currently most wanted player is Sipho Mbule and Briefly News takes a look at three interesting facts about the player and his career. The 23-year-old is currently linked with a move to Kaizer Chiefs, with Mamelodi Sundowns trailing closely behind.

PAY ATTENTION: Click “See First” under the “Following” tab to see Briefly News on your News Feed!

Sipho Mbule has been a hot topic on everyone's lips ever since he was linked with a move to a top PSL Club. Kaizer Chiefs is keeping an eye out on the player, hoping to sign him, Mamelodi Sundowns too. Briefly News reports three interesting facts about the player.

1. Early beginnings

Mbule was born on 22 March, 1998 in Bethlehem, Free State. The player began his youth career alongside Teboho Mokoena at Harmony Sports Academy in 2013 before joining SuperSport United's academy.

He made his official debut for the senior team back in 2017 at the age of 19, according to Wikipedia.

2. Mbule has also played for Orlando Pirates

Mbule played for Orlando Pirate's reserve team, a year before making his full debut for SuperSport United. He is also a Bafana Bafana international, with three caps. He currently wears the number 24 jersey at SuperSport United and plays as a central midfielder, according to The South African.

PAY ATTENTION: Never miss breaking news – join Briefly News' Telegram channel

3. The player missed out on the Tokyo Olympics

Fans were hoping to see Mbule in action for the South African U/23 team but he had to pull out of the squad due to medical reasons which are still unknown to the public. South Africa had a disappointing run at the tournament, losing all three of their group matches.

Pitso Mosimane celebrates his birthday and a few facts are in order

Briefly News previously reported that Pitso Mosimane is a South African coach who had an impressive career in football. Not only was he a brilliant player, but he also showed his impeccable coaching skills over the years.