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HIGHBURY FC MAKE MAJOR COACHING DECISION AS VUSUMUZI VILAKAZI IS SHOWN THE EXIT DOOR
The Motsepe Foundation Championship outfit have officially parted ways with their head coach with immediate effect following a difficult run of results.
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA — 10 NOVEMBER 2026
Highbury FC have officially parted ways with head coach Vusumuzi Vilakazi, bringing his spell at the Motsepe Foundation Championship club to an end with immediate effect.
The Eastern Cape-based outfit confirmed the development in an official announcement, thanking the experienced coach for his contribution, commitment and efforts during his time at the club.
The decision represents a significant change for Highbury as they look to regain consistency and improve their performances in the second tier of South African football.
In its statement, the club said: "The club would like to place on record its appreciation for the coach's contribution, commitment and efforts during his time at Highbury FC."
Although the announcement did not provide detailed reasons for the separation, the timing of the decision comes after a challenging period for the team in the league.
Vilakazi had been tasked with guiding Highbury through a competitive Motsepe Foundation Championship campaign, but results have reportedly fallen short of expectations.
Source https://x.com/iDiskiTimes/status/2120242589605699895