Relegation-threatened SuperSport United have confirmed the exit of their head coach Gavin Hunt effective immediately.
Despite reaching 1000 matches coached in Mzansi, Hunt's season at the Swanky Boys have been struggling to deliver. They were knocked out of the annual MTN8, Carling Knockout, and the Nedbank Cup.
In the Premier Soccer League, SuperSport have played 21 matches and managed just five wins, six draws, and 10 losses. As a result, they are just a position from the bottom with 21 points, meaning they can find themselves fighting for survival if no changes are made.
It explains why the management decided to let the former Kaizer Chiefs man leave, and confirmed the interim tactician.
‘SuperSport still believe Hunt has a lot to offer Mzansi football'
“SuperSport United FC and Head Coach Gavin Hunt have reached a mutual agreement to part ways with immediate effect. This was Hunt’s second stint for Matsatsantsa, which lasted two and a half seasons, with the team finishing 3rd in the 2022/23 season and 7th in the 2023/24 season in the league competition,” the club said in a statement.
“The 60-year-old Hunt achieved a special milestone in February this year, having reached 1,000 PSL Games as Head Coach, which is a first in South African football and is unlikely to be easily surpassed.
“The board and management of the Club have expressed their appreciation to Hunt for the work he had done as Head Coach over many years. We remain convinced that Gavin still has much to contribute to South African and African football given his extensive knowledge and experience and will always remain grateful for the impact he has had on the club and South African football. We wish Gavin well in his future endeavours.
“Andre Arendse will serve as an interim Head Coach with Goalkeeper Coach Grant Johnson as his assistant.”
Club Statement: SuperSport United FC and Head Coach Gavin Hunt have reached a mutual agreement to part ways with immediate effect.
— SuperSport United FC (@SuperSportFC) March 21, 2025
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