ERNST MIDDENDORP

Swallows FC coach Ernst Middendorp

Saving Swallows topflight status Middendorp’s priority

Swallows FC coach Ernst Middendorp is not losing sleep over their Nedbank Cup round of 32 exit at the weekend – saving the club’s topflight status is his priority.

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Middendorp celebrates impressive PSL milestone

Swallows FC coach Ernst Middendorp on Thursday revealed he has overseen more than 400 Premier Soccer League (PSL) matches over his 11 spells with seven different clubs in the country.

Ernst Middendorp coach of Swallows FC during the DStv Premiership match between Sekhukhune United and Swallows FC at Peter Mokaba Stadium on January 20, 2023 in Polokwane, South Africa

Ernst Middendorp: No team is safe on 30 points

Following a crucial 1-0 victory over Richards Bay on Friday night, Swallows FC coach Ernst Middendorp believes clubs in the relegation dogfight will need more than 30 points to survive.

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How Middendorp instantly identified Blom’s potential at Chiefs

Former Kaizer Chiefs coach Ernst Middendorp has recalled how he knew almost instantly that utility player Njabulo Blom would make it at the highest level.

Ernst Middendorp coach of Swallows FC during the DStv Premiership match between Sekhukhune United and Swallows FC at Peter Mokaba Stadium on January 20, 2023 in Polokwane, South Africa

End of FIFA sanction a game-changer for Ernst Middendorp

Swallows coach Ernst Middendorp confirms that he took on the club’s rescue mission following his appointment in December knowing it was unlikely chairman David Mogashoa would overturn the FIFA sanction.

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Ernst Middendorp vows to strengthen Swallows FC with two key signings

Ernst Middendorp wants to bring in two new players to support Swallows FC striker Evans Rusike before the transfer window closes.