Stellies tie down Fawaaz Basadien to new deal

Stellenbosch FC have confirmed that left back Fawaaz Basadien has committed his future to the club after signing a new contract.

The 27-year-old joined the Maroons after parting ways with Moroka Swallows in July 2022.

The former Milano United left back has since gone on to make 47 appearances across all competitions while registering six assists in the process.

Basadien has since expressed his gratitude towards the club for continuing to show their faith in him.

“I owe Stellenbosch FC a great deal of loyalty as the club has added tremendous value to my growth as a footballer,” Basadien said.

“I believe the club is moving in the right direction, both for me as an individual and for the team, so it wasn’t a difficult decision for me to extend my contract in Stellenbosch.

“The new deal offers me the security and comfort to improve and develop my game even more, as well as achieve more success with the team and further my ambitions of playing for Bafana Bafana.”

We are delighted to announce Fawaaz Basadien has signed a new long-term contract with the club 🤝

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— Stellenbosch FC (@StellenboschFC) February 15, 2024

Basadien also played a crucial role in helping the club lift their first-ever piece of silverware in the top-flight after clinching the Carling Knockout Cup in December.

“As a club, we are delighted Fawaaz will be extending his stay in Stellenbosch,” Stellenbosch FC CEO Rob Benadie said.

“He has shown tremendous character and quality since joining the club and his recommitment is a welcome boost to our ambitions of achieving even more success together.”