Given Thibedi: Ex Kaizer Chiefs Star Reflects on Opportunity to Revive Career at New Club

• Former Kaizer Chiefs star Given Thibedi has expressed heartfelt gratitude for the opportunity to revive his football career at Orbit College, thanking his coach for the belief shown in him
• Thibedi joined Orbit College in the winter transfer window in January from Casric Stars and has made a notable impact, featuring in eight matches so far
• The midfielder played a key role in Orbit College’s successful campaign, helping secure a spot in the upcoming mini-league PSL Promotional/Relegation Playoffs alongside Casric Stars and Cape Town City, which will begin on Wednesday

Former Kaizer Chiefs star Given Thibedi has expressed deep gratitude for the opportunity to revive his football career at a new club, Orbit College, crediting his coach's belief in him as a rare and valuable gift.

Thibedi joined the Motsepe Foundation Championship team in the winter transfer window in January from Casric Stars and has featured in eight matches so far.

The midfielder also played a key role in Orbit College’s successful campaign, helping the team secure a spot in the upcoming PSL Promotional/Relegation Playoffs, set to kick off on Wednesday, June 2025.

Thibedi reflects on a new opportunity at Orbit College

In an interview with FARPost, Thibedi believes it's a blessing to be able to get back to playing good football, and he's grateful to coach at Orbit College for believing in his talent.

“It’s a blessing, my brother, honestly,” Thibedi told FARPost. “It’s not often that you find a coach who genuinely believes in your talent and supports you fully as a player.”

The former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder says he’s feeling optimistic about the journey ahead and could be possibly playing in the Betway Premiership next season if they secure qualification.

“I’m truly thankful to God for giving me another chance to get back on the pitch. I won’t lie, I’m very happy here at Orbit College. So far, everything is going well, and I have no complaints.”

Thibedi helped Orbit College FC finish in third place at the just concluded 2024-25 season and was a key figure despite just joining in the January transfer window.

Orbit College are set to face the ex-Kaizer Chiefs star's former club, Casric Stars, on Wednesday at the Olympia Stadium, and will need to be on top of his game.

Cape Town City are also competing alongside Casric Stars and Orbit College for a place in the Betway Premiership next season in a three-team playoff mini-league.

If Orbit College win the playoff, Thibedi will get the chance to face his former team, Kaizer Chiefs, in the South African top-flight league next campaign.

Ex-Chiefs captain hails Yusuf Maart

Briefly News also reported that former Kaizer Chiefs captain Tefu Mashamaite hailed Yusuf Maart after redeeming himself at the end of the 2024-25 season.

The South African international was subjected to serious criticism at the beginning of the season but his performance in the latter stages of the season earned him praise from the club faithfuls.

Source: Briefly News