Papi Zothwane Addresses His Future at Magesi After Narrow Loss to Orlando Pirates

• Magesi FC interim manager Papi Zothwane has discussed his future at the club amid talks of bringing in a new permanent head coach
• The former Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder's first game in charge ended in a 1-0 loss to Orlando Pirates in the Betway Premiership
• The South African tactician is also ready to work the with any decision the Carling Knockout Cup champions take on the club's management

South African coach Papi Zothwane has addressed his future at Magesi FC after their narrow 1-0 loss to Orlando Pirates in the Betway Premiership at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium on Sunday.

Relebohile Mofokeng scored the only goal of the game in the first half. The Carling Knockout Cup champions have continued to struggle in the Premier Soccer League since promotion.

Zothwane was named the interim coach after Clinton Larsen resigned from his post, and a new manager is being planned to take over the role permanently.

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Zothwane addresses his future at Magesi

In an interview after the match against Pirates, as per FARPost, the former Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder discussed coach Owen Da Gama's imminent arrival.

Da Gama was present at the stadium to watch Magesi take on the Soweto giants, which fuels the report that he's been chosen to replace Larsen permanently.

"I can't comment on that for now [Da Gama's presence] because the management said they are still talking to a coach," Zothwane told the media.

"Obviously, they have to tell us if the coach is coming. Whichever coach comes to our team, we will work with him."

Zothwane also dedicated his time to the club and will take up any role given when they decide to appoint a new permanent manager.

"I am here to serve Magesi football club. As an employee of the team, if they feel that Jacky [Ledwaba] and I have to continue, we will do so. If they also need a change of personnel, we will support that. It's all about the team and both individuals."

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Riviero explains why Pirates were 'poor' against Magesi

Briefly News also reported that Jose Riveiro opened up on the reason Orlando Pirates were poor against Magesi at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium.

The Sea Robbers manager was not happy with his team's performance, but the players were not to be blamed.

Source: Briefly News