Stanley 'Screamer' Tshabalala Shot By Burglars: South African Football Icon in Recovery

• Stanley ‘Screamer’ Tshabalala was shot by burglars who broke into his home
• The former South Africa coach is recovering after sustaining gunshot wounds
• ‘Bra Stan’ was the first coach to lead Bafana Bafana in an official FIFA match

Former Bafana Bafana coach, Stanley ‘Screamer’ Tshabalala, is currently recuperating after an attack by burglars at his residence.

The incident transpired on Wednesday, March 21, and was confirmed in a statement by family spokesperson, Thato Matuka, via Brand Arc.

The statement explained that Tshabalala had sustained a gunshot wound during the unfortunate incident.

The matter is now under investigation by the South African Police Service (SAPS).

Expressing gratitude for public support and the swift response from law enforcement, the family has requested privacy during Tshabalala's recovery process.

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"The family would like to thank the public for their messages of support during this time, the SAPS and neighbours for their swift and prompt response. The family has further requested privacy while ‘Bra Stan’ recovers,” read part of the statement, as reported by Times Live.

Stanley Tshabalala: more about South African icon

Affectionately known as Bra Stan, Tshabalala holds a revered status in South African football, notably being the first coach to lead Bafana Bafana in an official match.

Born in Orlando East in 1949, his journey into sports began with boxing under the tutelage of renowned Transvaal champion, Jerry Moloi. However, it was his passion for soccer that eventually took precedence.

Recruited into the local team, Orlando Preston Brothers, in 1968, Tshabalala's skills on the field quickly garnered attention. He later became a pivotal figure in the formation of Kaizer Chiefs and earned the moniker ‘Screamer’ due to his vocal presence on the pitch.

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His time with Sundowns further solidified his legacy, earning him the nicknames ‘Piano’ and ‘Shoe-shine man' for his innovative style of play, as documented in his Biography.

Subsequently, Bra Stan took on roles as team manager and technical advisor, contributing significantly to the development of South African football.

Returning to Orlando Pirates in 2008 as technical director, Tshabalala played a pivotal role in the team's success, including securing the first and second trebles in the club's history.

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Sports Brief also previously reported on Tshabalala commenting on allegations of interference with team selections for Orlando Pirates.

He went on Gagasi FM’s Extra Time to unconvincingly refute claims that he sometimes went over the coach's head in terms of the squad.