Chippa United appoint Mammila as CEO

Cae Town - Morgan Mammila will join Chippa United as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately, the cub has announced.

Mammila is credited for the sterling job he did at turning the reigning Telkom Knockout champions around.

Executive Chairperson, Siviwe Mpengesi confirmed the appointment of Morgan Mammila on Monday.

"We are delighted to announce the appointment of Morgan Mammila who takes over as CEO of Chippa United Football Club," he said.

"Mr Morgan Mammila brings with him a wealth of experience having done well at Baroka FC.

"He does not only understand the game but is a shrewd businessman and we have no doubt he will help strengthen our administration and steer the ship forward," said Mpengesi.

"Chippa United is the pride of the province, and development of local talent is off paramount importance, Mr Mammila is expected to drive this development project.

"It is important that the football club remains a beacon of hope to the aspiring footballers in this province and beyond its borders ," added Mpengesi.

Mammila is expected to accompany the team on Tuesday, as they visit second placed Orlando Pirates at Orlando Stadium.

Kick-off is at 19:30.