Alexandre ‘cooking own football’ at Marumo Gallants

Newly appointed coach Lafitte Alexandre has hit the ground running at South African elite league side Marumo Gallants.

The Frenchman has wasted no time in introducing his playing philosophy at the club. It is a process South Africa football circles loosely refer to as cooking.

Giving an update on the coach, Gallants statement says the 23-year-old has been busy drilling the players to understand his playing philosophy.

“Pre-Season Grind in Full Swing!,” the statement reads. “Coach Lafitte Alexandre is already cooking! From drills to tactical play, the coach is laying down his style and getting the players ready for the new season.”

Recently, Lafitte explained the football brand to be expected under his reign with the Bloemfontein-based team. The UEFA A-Licence holder comes with a sound resume having steered Ivorian side State d’Abidjan to their first league title in 56 years.

The bearded trainer promised his own attacking playing philosophy.

“My football is very offensive. I like to propose beautiful football for the fans. I like to control the opponent when you have the ball and to give important energy when you lose the ball. It is a good opportunity for me because this is the best championship in Africa. I want to try to help the new challenge,” the coach said during his unveiling.

Lafitte said he analysed Gallants’ performance last season under his predecessor Abdesalam Ouaddou and he thinks there is a need to change the playing style.

“We analysed the last 10 games of last season for Marumo. It is an opportunity to continue but it is not the same football because I like to propose offensive football but it is very important to build a team with a very strong mindset,” he Lafitte.

Apart from hiring the coach, Gallants signed Darrel Matsheke, Teboho Motloung, Bongolwethu Siyase, Abram Tjahikika, Simo Luthuli, Shaun Morgan, Jaisen Clifford, Kamohelo Sithole, Karabo Khoza and Bheki Mabuza.