Durban City FC enters 2026 with renewed ambition and a clear footballing vision under newly appointed Head Coach Sinethemba Badela.
Badela joins the club after identifying a strong alignment between his values and Durban City FC’s direction. Speaking with Durban City media, he highlighted the club’s ambition and leadership structure as key factors in his decision to take on the role.
“Durban City is a club heading in the right direction. The ambition shown by the chairman, the board, and the technical team really stood out to me. I like the squad, I like the players, and I feel very comfortable here,” said Badela.
Known for his modern, progressive approach, Badela outlined a football philosophy centred on control, intensity.
“I want a team that dominates the game, both with and without the ball. More importantly, I want the players to express themselves, play with energy, and work extremely hard on the pitch,” he explained.
As the second half of the season approaches, Badela emphasises continuity and building on the strong foundation laid in the first round. His immediate focus is on settling in quickly, reinforcing key principles, and ensuring clarity within the squad.
“The team has done very well so far. My focus is on continuing that progress and helping the players fully express their strengths on the pitch,” he added.
Badela also expressed his commitment to the club’s supporters and the vital role they play in shaping Durban City’s identity.
“We want people to enjoy coming to the stadium. We will give everything in every game and make Durban City an exciting team to watch,” he concluded.
With a clear vision and strong squad, Durban City FC looks forward to an exciting 2026.
