Siyadlala and Lafamilia Shine at First Trellidor Mzansi Super Cup in Mbombela

By: Fortu

The inaugural Trellidor Mzansi Super Cup, held from July 10 to 11, 2026 at Lowveld High School in Mbombela, delivered thrilling youth football action as 16 teams competed for glory in the U13 and U15 boys’ categories. This event marked the third provincial youth football tournament supported by Trellidor as part of their growing partnership with the Siyabonga Bhele Nomvethe Foundation, reaffirming a commitment to grassroots development.

In the U13 boys’ semi-finals, Marite Young Sundowns FC, Chillies Sports Academy, Siyadlala Football Academy and Lafamilia Football battled fiercely for a spot in the finals. Ultimately, Marite Young Sundowns FC and Siyadlala Football Academy advanced to the championship match.

In the U15 bracket, Chillies Sports Academy, Ekasi Development Academy, Siyadlala Football Academy and Lafamilia Football reached the semi-finals, with Chillies Sports Academy and Lafamilia Football emerging as finalists.

The U13 final saw Siyadlala Football Academy claim the top spot, with Marite Young Sundowns FC as runners-up and Lafamilia Football taking third place. In the U15 division, Lafamilia Football lifted the trophy, followed by Chillies Sports Academy in second and Ekasi Football Academy in third.

Trellidor Mzansi Super Cup Champions U/13 Boys

Position 1 - Siyadlala Football Academy - Trophy + Gold Medals + Full training Kit

Position 2 - Marite Young Sundown FC- Silver Medals + Full training Kit

Position 3 - Lafamilia Football - Bronze Medals + Full Training Kit

Trellidor Mzansi Super Cup Champions U/15 Boys

Position 1 - Lafamilia Football - Trophy + Gold Medals + Full training Kit

Position 2 - Chillies Sports Academy - Silver Medals + Full training Kit

Position 3 - Ekasi Football Academy - Bronze Medals + Full Training Kit

Special Gold Medalist from Scouts to youngest players of the tournament

1. Supemandla- Chillies Sports Academy

2. Kaylen Masilela- Lafamilia Football

3. Andile - Marite Young Sundowns FC

4. Gift & Izibele - Siyidlala Football Academy

5. Lethu Lomncane - Langa Development Academy

Individual Awards in the Overall Trellidor Mzansi Super Cup Tournament for boys U/13

1. Player of the Tournament - Blessing Malumane (Siyadlala Football Academy)

2. Best Goal Scorer - Blessing Malumane (Siyadlala Football Academy)

3. Goalkeeper of the Tournament - Khulekani Khumalo (Siyadlala Football Academy)

Individual Awards in the Overall Trellidor Mzansi Super Cup Tournament for boys U/15

1. Player of the Tournament - Nala Mabuza (Lafamilia Football)

2. Best Goal Scorer - Sizwelethu Msimango (Ekasi Football Academy)

3. Goalkeeper of the Tournament - Mancoba Hlatswayo - Lafamilia Football

Nkosinathi Bhembe, coach of the U15 champions Lafamilia Football, expressed his pride and gratitude: “We are very happy our under 15 team didn’t have a jersey. My biggest prize was the jersey; the rest is a bonus for them. What I can say is we shouldn’t think highly of ourselves. Let’s move forward and prepare for the league. I wish this tournament could come back again. Honestly speaking, out of all the tournaments we’ve attended, this was the most organised one. We hope they do it again so that others can also experience this.”

Wandile, coach of Chillies Sports Academy, shared his thoughts after a hard-fought final: “I’m a bit disappointed, but the team played; they did all they could. When they went for penalties, I told them that at this point it’s anyone’s game.”

Football legend Siyabonga Nomvethe attended the tournament, highlighting the importance of such events: “The tournament is a good motivation for the children because it keeps them busy, especially on weekends and safe from negative influences like drugs. I am a product of youth tournaments and these kids have the chance to develop and shape their futures.”

Coach Moses Makhushe of Chillies Sports Academy encouraged players to seize the moment: “For many, this is their first high-level tournament. They should use it to gain valuable experience.”

Parents also witnessed the positive impact of involvement. Bongiwe Mabunda Mahlangu, mother of Chillies Sports Academy player Lwanda Mabunda, shared, “Supporting my son has improved his performance. The coach instils discipline and respect, focusing on both sports and academics.” She called on parents to support their children and for sponsors to assist smaller teams with donations.

Teams travelled from across Mpumalanga, with eight teams in each age category, including Lafamilia Football, Clementine Sports Academy, Langa Development Academy, Siyadlala Football Academy, Marite Young Sundowns FC, Chillies Sports Academy, Graskop Sports Academy and Ekasi Football Academy. While sponsors expressed disappointment over low parental turnout, they anticipate greater engagement next year.

With the success of its first edition, the Trellidor Mzansi Super Cup has set a new benchmark for youth football tournaments in the region, providing young talent with the platform they need to shine and grow on and off the field.