KAITANO-TEMBO

Richards Bay goalkeeper Philasande Manqele

The Matric student behind Orlando Pirates' Carling Knockout exit

Richards Bay’s young goalkeeper Philasande Manqele – the man responsible for Orlando Pirates exit from the Carling Knockout this past weekend, is in the midst of a hectic period in his life.

Kaitano Tembo, head coach of Richards Bay FC during the DStv Premiership match between Richards Bay and Cape Town City FC at King Zwelithini Stadium on October 29, 2023 in Durban, South Afric

Richards Bay FC coach Kaitano Tembo concerned about his future, as struggle for points continues

Richards Bay FC coach Kaitano Tembo admits his job is under threat following a 3-1 loss against Cape Town City in the DStv Premiership clash at the King Zwelithini Stadium on Sunday afternoon.

Richards Bay coach Kaitano Tembo in the Carling Knockout

Salim Magoola’s Carling Knockout saga opens door for young Philasande Manqele

Richards Bay coach Kaitano Tembo says the forced omission of first choice goalkeeper Salim Magoola over the weekend will open doors for 20-year-old Philasande Manqele.

Kaitano Tembo, head coach of Richards Bay FC during the DStv Premiership match between AmaZulu FC and Richards Bay at Moses Mabhida Stadium on August 19, 2023 in Durban, South Africa.

Kaitano Tembo out to prove critics wrong at Richards Bay

Richards Bay coach Kaitano Tembo says he is out to prove critics wrong after his decision – and credentials – were questioned when he took the job at the start of the 2023/24 season.

Nkululeko Miya of Richards Bay FC and Tercious Malepe of AmaZulu FC during the DStv Premiership match between AmaZulu FC and Richards Bay at Moses Mabhida Stadium on August 19, 2023 in Durban

Kaitano Tembo impressed by Richards Bay's newly signed players

Richards Bay FC coach Kaitano Tembo says he was impressed by Nkululeko Miya and Thabani Mthembu's performances in Richards Bay's goalless draw against AmaZulu FC at the Moses Mabhida Stadium.

Richards Bay FC coach Kaitano Tembo

I’ve got to make unpopular decisions – Kaitano Tembo

Richards Bay coach Kaitano Tembo has vowed to make some tough calls to get a reaction from the squad following their 2-0 defeat to SuperSport United in their DStv Premiership opener on Saturday.