Makhanya heads residence in cup win
Photograph: Philadelphiaunion.com
South African defender Olwethu Makhanya discovered the again of the online as Philadelphia Union dispatched Defence Pressure 5-0 within the CONCACAF Champions Cup.
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With Bradley Carnell’s males main 2-0, the previous Stellenbosch FC centre-back rose the very best to unleash a bullet header within the sixty fourth minute.
Makhanya joined the Main League Soccer (MLS) outfit in July 2023 from Stellies, placing pen to paper on a long-term deal.
The 21-year-old stalwart just lately penned a brand new contract with Philadelphia in November 2025, tying him to the membership till the tip of December 2027.
Makhanya received the Supporters’ protect final season, and will probably be eager so as to add to his trophy cupboard within the 2026 marketing campaign.
Philadelphia open their season with a go to to DC United on Sunday, 22 February, having completed high of the Japanese Convention final 12 months.