The legendary South African midfielder has been playing for Masandawana since 2011, delivering consistently across all competitions for both the Premier Soccer League heavyweights and the national team. Despite being 36, 'Mshishi' as he is commonly referred to, remains a vital player not only for Masandawana but for Hugo Broos' men.
Zwane's Sundowns career
As a youth, Themba Zwane was shaped at M Tigers and Vardos FC respectively before getting a chance with Mamelodi Sundowns in 2011.
However, he was loaned to Mpumalanga Black Aces in the 2013/14 season before getting back to the Brazilians to fight for his position.
As they say, the rest is history, as the creative attacker has enjoyed a successful spell with Masandawana across all competitions.
The veteran midfielder has also been a vital player for South Africa, making more than 50 appearances for Bafana Bafana. His 50th cap came in October 2024, against Congo in a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier.
Backpage Zwane's contract situation at Sundowns
At the beginning of the season, Zwane's contract with the club had expired, and the management opted to extend it by a year. In October 2024, the midfielder suffered a nasty Achilles injury that saw him spend months in the sidelines, but despite coming back, he has been in and out of the team.
Questions have been asked about the future of Zwane, but it seems the defending Premier Soccer League champions are not ready to let him leave.
"After signing a one-year-deal at the start of the season, his current contract will expire in June. Zwane is now eligible to sign a pre-contract with another club, according to FIFA regulations," Kick Off reported.
"However, sources close to the player have suggested that the 36-year-old is likely to remain at Sundowns on a short-term deal, giving him another chance after a 2025/26 season limited by injuries.
"While Cardoso has been unable to use him extensively since his return from injury, club management is understood to remain confident in Zwane's ability to contribute and is advocating for his continued stay," they concluded.
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