Peter Hyballa’s resignation as Sekhukhune United’s head coach has sent shockwaves through South African football.
The German-born coach, who had not yet led the team in an official match, resigned amidst swirling allegations of misconduct, including a sex scandal.
This surprising exit has raised eyebrows, especially given that the club had initially cited work permit issues as the reason for his absence.
Further revelations suggest that a compromising video may have been shared with the club, intensifying the scandal.
Additionally, it has been reported that Hyballa’s relationship with the players was strained, contributing to the unease within the squad.
The departure of the trusted video analyst, Tinashe Shingai Mukandatsama, to Mamelodi Sundowns is also rumoured to be linked to a fallout with Hyballa.
Despite the controversy, Sekhukhune’s interim coach, David Makhubedu, maintained the work permit narrative, even after leading the team in their 1-0 loss to Cape Town City in the MTN8.
The club is now reportedly considering the return of their former head coach, Lehlohonolo Seema, just weeks after his departure.
Hyballa’s brief and tumultuous tenure at Sekhukhune highlights the challenges of managing a football club amidst off-field distractions and internal discord.
The fallout from this scandal will likely impact the club’s performance and reputation moving forward.
