By Ntokozo Magongo
MBABANE – It is now a done deal, former Mbabane Swallows midfielder Leon Manyisa will debut for Young Buffaloes in their game against Madlenya.
Manyisa who resigned from Mbabane Swallows was officially unveiled on Friday by Young Buffaloes were he signed a deal with the army side. Young Buffaloes will face Madlenya in the MTN Premier League on Saturday at Mayaluka Stadium kick-off 3pm.
“Done and Dusted. Welcome Leon Manyisa. Let’s welcome him Mathole Ezinyathi,” wrote Young Buffaloes on the social media pages.
The player was unveiled by Young Buffaloes Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Sandile Gwebu who was also celebrating his birthday on the day.
Young Buffaloes are out of the first round E100 000 carrot as they are fifth with 20 points while they also have a game in hand against Ezulwini United. They trail with eight points from log leaders Royal Leopard and second placed Green Mamba.
Leon Manyisa joined Mbabane Swallows from Manzini Wanderers and he also played for dysfunctional Vovovo FC were he made a name for himself. He is part of the National team, Sihlangu.
The full fixtures:
Saturday (January 11, 2025)
King Sobhuza II Memorial Stadium:
- Mamba vs R. Leopard 3pm
Mayaluka Stadium:
Madlenya vs Y. Buffaloes 3pm
Mhlume Stadium:
- Sea Birds vs Sisonkhe 3pm
Sunday (January 12, 2025)
Mkhuzweni Technical Centre:
- Swallows vs Illovo 3pm
Mavuso Sports Center:
- Pirates vs Rangers 2pm
- Highlanders vs Ezulwini 4:30pm
King Sobhuza II Memorial Stadium:
Nsingizini vs Sidvwashini 3pm