AmaZulu FC Coach Aims High For The New Season

Holifil

04 Apr, 2025

As the clock ticks down to the second season under Coach Pablo Franco Martin, the AmaZulu FC boss is setting his sights on a perfect start.
The Spanish tactician believes a longer preseason could give the Usuthu a competitive edge, helping them match lofty ambitions in the upcoming campaign.
Not everyone is convinced, though. Local football fans have aired their doubts on social media, questioning whether Martin will last long in the hot seat.

Pablo Franco Martin, the head coach of AmaZulu FC, is gearing up for what he hopes will be a stellar 2024/2025 PSL season. The KwaZulu-Natal outfit is determined to make a splash, and Martin believes that starting strong is the key to unlocking their potential.

Last season, Usuthu ended in eleventh place, and while that wasn't a disaster, Martin knows they can do better. With a solid foundation laid down last year, he's confident that a strong preseason and an aggressive approach in the early matches can propel the team up the standings.

Coach Pablo Franco Martin is optimistic about AmaZulu's chances in the new PSL season. Image: AmaZuluFootball. Source: Twitter

As he enters his second season at the helm, Martin is optimistic about what the future holds for AmaZulu. He believes the team is capable of surprising even the most skeptical fans by showing significant improvement over their performances last season.

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Building Momentum for a Perfect Start

Here's what Coach Martin had to say in a recent tweet:

According to iDiski Times, Martin emphasized the importance of a longer preseason to refine their tactics and build team chemistry. Meanwhile, club boss Sandile Zungu has expressed his full support, believing the club is poised for PSL success.

Martin explained:

"The team is showing great progress in training. Every single day, the players are pushing each other, and it's making us stronger both individually and collectively. We're building on what we achieved last season, and now the focus is on collecting points right from the start. Our plan is to play offensively and chase victories from day one. If we can maintain this momentum, we're going to achieve some great things this season."

Fans Weigh In on Martin's Ambitions

While Martin is bullish about his plans, not all local football fans share his optimism. Some have aired their doubts on social media, questioning whether the Spaniard will remain at the club for the long haul.

Makoena Sekwakwa Stopas urged Martin to be realistic:

"He needs to take it easy. Even Chelsea doesn't aim too high in the EPL right away."

Phiwe Khoza echoed similar sentiments:

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"They always aim high, but they end up low. It's a pattern we've seen before."

Leon Leo, however, remains cautiously optimistic:

"Hopefully, they can pull it off. I'll be watching closely."

Mpho Gerald Malele is less optimistic:

"I think he'll be sacked soon. It's just a matter of time."

Kei Kei ZN is taking a wait-and-see approach:

"We'll just have to wait and see how things unfold."

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In other news, as reported by Briefly News, Kaizer Chiefs has made an intriguing move by offering midfielder Sibongiseni Mthethwa to PSL rivals AmaZulu FC, Chippa United, and Stellenbosch FC. Mthethwa's role at Chiefs has diminished, but the club is yet to finalize any deals to sell the player. This could be a game-changer for whichever team secures his services, adding depth and talent to their squad.