Afrigather Jimmy Tau is likely one of the few gamers who obtained to captain each Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs.
The 44-year-old was recognized for his robust tackling and management qualities throughout his taking part in days. Having began his soccer profession at Basotho Tiger, Tau moved to Maritzburg Metropolis in 2001 the place he performed alongside his future Chiefs teammate Mabhuti Khenyeza.
After one season with Maritzburg, Jimmy Tau joined Soweto giants Orlando Pirates. In his first season with the Buccaneers, the lanky ex-defender went on to win the league within the 2002/03 season. After two seasons, Tau was named membership captain throughout Kosta Papić’s tenure when the workforce misplaced out on the league to rivals Chiefs.
Jimmy Tau performed over 300 video games mixed for the Soweto giants
In 2005, the Kimberley-born star made a shock swap to Amakhosi stunning many soccer followers. He grew to become a membership legend at Chiefs taking part in over 200 matches and successful about 10 trophies.
After a season riddled with accidents, Jimmy Tau retired in 2013 on the age of 33. He then pursued enterprise ventures and at one level served as a regional director of Bataung Memorial Tombstones, a tombstone manufacturing firm primarily based in Katlehong.
He works at SuperSport as a pundit alongside former teammates similar to Phumudzo Manenzhe.
How good was Tau at his prime?
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