Sekhukhune United have strengthened their technical department with the appointment of Andre Arendse as the club’s new assistant coach.
Arendse was previously on the books at Siwelele FC before parting ways with the club in September.
The 58-year-old will now reunite with Bafana Bafana teammate Eric Tinkler as his assistant coach at Babina Noko.
“Coaches Eric Tinkler and Andre Arendse know each other from their playing days and have not only crossed paths as coaching rivals, but lifted the 2017 MTN8 trophy together at ‘Matsantsantsa’,” Sekhukhune United Chairman Mr Simon Malatji said.
“They share a strong rapport, and we are confident that it’ll translate positively in the team’s performance and results.”
Sekhukhune have since confirmed Arendse’s appointment through a statement:
Sekhukhune United Football Club (SKUFC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Andre Arendse – a highly respected figure in South African football and alumnus of the 1996 AFCON-winning Bafana Bafana squad – to the Club’s technical team
Arendse joins fellow 96 gold medalist, Head Coach Eric Tinkler, on the bench, as Babina Noko look to finish strong in this season’s Betway Premiership campaign.
The 58-year-old Arendse brings 15 years of coaching experience at Premiership level, having served in various capacities, including goalkeeper coach, assistant coach and interim head coach.
His most recent feat was guiding SuperSport United to safety in the 2024#25 season, preserving their Premiership status.
He holds both the FIFA goalkeeping certificate and a CAF B coaching licence, reflecting his dedication to technical development.
As a player, Arendse enjoyed a long and illustrious career, highlighted by 67 caps for Bafana Bafana and back-to-back League Championship titles with SuperSport United FC. He was also part of the squad that earned Fulham FC promotion to the English Premier League.
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For Immediate Release‼️
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— Sekhukhune United F.C. (@SekhukhuneFc) November 20, 2025
