Omega Mdaka’s first Stellenbosch FC interview
Omega Mdaka is hoping to hit the ground running in the Cape Winelands after being officially unveiled as a new Stellenbosch FC player on Sunday morning.
Highly-rated defender Omega Mdaka has joined Stellenbosch FC ahead of the 2024/25 season after putting pen to paper on a long-term deal with the reigning Carling Knockout champions.
Speaking to the club, the 20-year-old revealed that Stellenbosch’s proud track record for development was a key factor behind his decision to move to the Western Cape and that he was excited to finally get started in the newest chapter of his career.
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“I feel very excited and grateful to be here because it’s my first professional contract after leaving Chiefs. I feel very excited and a bit nervous, but mostly just excited to get started,” Mdaka said.
“Seeing how Stellenbosch FC gives youngsters a chance in the first team, and how the youngsters grow and develop in the first team, motivated me to want to play for Stellenbosch and to also showcase my talent to the people of the PSL.
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Mdaka also revealed his desire to help Stellenbosch compete both domestically and abroad in what promises to be his breakthrough season in professional football.
“I want to get silverware, and improve as a player. Hopefully, we can compete to win the PSL with the quality of players that we have, get the MTN8, and reach the final of the CAF Confederation Cup,” he added.
“I personally want to offer more assists for goals for our strikers this season and help solidify the defence at the back, and hopefully I can be one of the best young players in the league – those are my objectives for the season.”