'Buddha' Mathathe labels Danny Jordaan 'brother of the devil' after SAFA election

Author: iol.co.zaPublished on: September 12, 2026Country: South Africa

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'Buddha' Mathathe labels Danny Jordaan 'brother of the devil' after SAFA election

SAMLFA president Jacob 'Buddha' Mathathe launched a scathing attack on re-elected SAFA president Danny Jordaan, alleging irregularities at Saturday's elective congress in Midrand. Jordaan was re-elected for a record fourth consecutive term, defeating Sandile Zungu by 157 votes to 82. Mathathe claimed that the disqualification of certain regions and associate members, including SAMLFA, was due to their support for Zungu, whom he regards as a savvy businessman.

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