Under pressure: Judas Moseamedi is still searching for his first goal for Selwane White Vultures in the ABC Motsepe League.Photo by: m.a.v.e p.i.x.e.l.s
By: Refilwe Sebola
Former Venda FC striker Judas Moseamedi cut a frustrated figure on the bench last Wednesday as his new club Selwane White Vultures secured a convincing 2–0 home victory over Vondwe XI Bullets.
The experienced striker was left out of the starting lineup after failing to find the back of the net since his arrival at the club competing in the ABC Motsepe League.
Despite the absence of their high-profile signing in the starting eleven, White Vultures delivered a disciplined performance to claim all three points and keep their campaign on track.
Moseamedi’s struggles in front of goal have raised eyebrows among supporters who expected the seasoned forward to quickly stamp his authority at this level of football.
Since arriving in the ABC Motsepe League, the striker has often been tightly marked by younger and more aggressive defenders determined to neutralise his threat. In many matches, opposing teams have opted to assign dedicated man-markers to shadow him throughout the game, limiting his opportunities to turn and face goal.
The lack of space has made life difficult for the once-prolific marksman, who built his reputation in South African professional football as a striker capable of scoring important goals for his teams — including memorable strikes against the mighty Kaizer Chiefs.
During his time in the Premier Soccer League, Moseamedi turned out for Maritzburg United where he scored 11 goals in 64 appearances. He later joined Stellenbosch FC, scoring six goals in about 31 matches, before moving to Cape Town City FC where he netted six goals in 36 appearances.
However, a dip in form saw the striker drop down to the National First Division, where he played for Venda FC before making the move to White Vultures.
His signing by the ABC Motsepe League outfit generated plenty of excitement at the time, with many believing his experience and goal-scoring pedigree would strengthen the team’s attacking options.
Yet opinions remain divided about the move. Some critics suggest the club signed Moseamedi mainly as a “trophy player” to boost the image and profile of the team, while others insist he was brought in to provide experience and leadership to the Vultures’ forward line.
Whether the seasoned striker will rediscover his scoring touch and deliver what the club hoped for when they signed him remains to be seen.
For now, the man who once tormented top-flight defenders faces a new challenge — proving that he can still make his mark in the ABC Motsepe League.