Richards Bay F.C. Explained

Clubname:Richards Bay F.C.
Upright:0.8
Nickname:The Natal Rich Boys
Ground:Richards Bay Stadium, KwaZulu-Natal
Capacity:8,000
Coordinates:28.743392°S 32.055874°E
Chairman:Jomo Biyela
Coach:Vacant
League:South African Premier Division
Season:2023–24
Position:15th

Richards Bay Football Club is a South African football club based in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

The club was formed when Thanda Royal Zulu F.C. owner Pierre Delvaux sold the club's league status to AmaZulu F.C.[1] AmaZulu had finished in fifth place during the 2016–17 National First Division, Thanda Royal Zulu had finished in first place, achieving automatic promotion. AmaZulu bought the placing from Thanda Royal Zulu, taking the position in the 2017–18 South African Premier Division.

On 7 February 2021, the club achieved the biggest win in their history when they defeated top Premier Soccer League side Kaizer Chiefs F.C. 2-1, in a Nedbank Cup last 32 match.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Richards Bay FC coach Roger Sikhakhane ready to soldier on after Thanda Royal Zulu sale. Kick Off. 2 August 2017. en-gb.
  2. Web site: The PSL have approved AmaZulu's purchase of Thanda Royal Zulu's top-flight status. Kick Off. 2 August 2017. en-gb.