PSL veteran midfielder set to hang up his boots

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Mbatha has previously been on the books of Mpumalanga Black Aces, Mamelodi Sundowns, Platinum Stars, and Highlands Park.Â

TS Galaxy veteran winger Lindokuhle Mbatha might have laced up his boots for the last time this season. The 39-year-old is preparing to call time on his playing career.

New role for PSL veteran

The seasoned campaigner, who turns 40 next month, is expected to transition into a new role within the club, marking the end of his time on the pitch.

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According to sources close to Phakaaathi, Mbatha informed the club ahead of the 2024/25 season that this would be his final campaign in a playing capacity.

He made 12 Betway Premiership appearances for Galaxy with his last league game coming up against Stellenbosch FC in February.Â

The Rockets have reportedly responded by preparing a post-retirement position for him to honour his contribution both on and off the field.

Mbatha has previously been on the books of Mpumalanga Black Aces, Mamelodi Sundowns, Platinum Stars, and Highlands Park.Â

Key figure

In recent years, he became a key figure at TS Galaxy where spent the last five seasons. His most notable successes came with Platinum Stars, where he lifted both the MTN8 Cup competition and Telkom Knockout.Â

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Galaxy have not yet announced his retirement, but Mgosi squad has it on good authority that Mbatha has called time on his illustrious career.Â