Midlands Wanderers have admitted to a slow start to their maiden Motsepe Foundation Championship season and say they are determined to turn things around in the second round of the campaign. Supporters from across the uMgungundlovu region have voiced concern on various media platforms about the team’s performances in the first half of the season, with particular criticism directed at the technical bench. Wanderers are placed 14th on the log — third from the bottom — raising fears of relegation if results do not improve.
The team have played 14 matches so far — winning three, drawing three and losing eight. They have scored 10 goals, conceded 18 and collected 12 points. Speaking to The Witness on Tuesday, club founder and head coach Vincent “Masenti” Myeni conceded that the team struggled early in their NFD campaign, but promised improved results in the second round.
Myeni said the squad were fully aware of their poor start and the mistakes that had been made. “I agree that we are not happy with our current position, and the players know that,” Myeni said. “We are all unhappy with how we started the campaign.
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I am not looking for excuses and I accept the blame, but people must understand that this is our first season in the NFD, which is the most difficult and competitive league,” he said. In the ABC Motsepe League we were used to playing mostly in KwaZulu-Natal. Now about 80% of our lives are spent on the road because of travelling.
Myeni appealed to supporters to remain patient, saying the players were gradually adjusting to the demands of the league. “We are learning a lot because we are new to this competition,” he said. “I will always praise my players because they are trying hard and slowly getting it right.
These are young players who will surprise a lot of people one day. I can confidently say this team will not be relegated.” Wanderers face Casric Stars today at Solomon Mahlangu Stadium in KwaMhlanga, Mpumalanga, with kick-off at 3.30pm.
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