UWC's young keeper Zubeir Mohamed making his mark in Varsity Football

One of the promising young goalkeepers in the Varsity Football tournament, Zubeir Mohamed, is enjoying a standout campaign between the sticks for the University of the Western Cape (UWC).

Mohamed has already kept two clean sheets, an impressive achievement in a tournament renowned for its fierce competition and high-quality football.

The Cape-born shot-stopper has embraced the challenge with both hands, describing the tournament as an invaluable experience and a platform to express himself, showcase his talent and grow as a goalkeeper.

Taking over as UWC’s first-choice goalkeeper has not been an easy task, especially after succeeding the much-loved Leathan Croats, who left big gloves to fill.

“It feels good to be UWC’s first-choice keeper for the Varsity Football tournament. I’ve learnt a lot during my time when Leathan was first choice. Leathan was an amazing goalkeeper who set the standard very high, which pushes me to work hard and keep the standard up there,” said Mohamed.

But his development has not only been shaped by Croats. Mohamed also credits former and current UWC players for helping him settle into the team and find his feet.

“When I first joined the team, the former players welcomed me and made me feel at home. They always guided me to do the right thing,” he said.

Now, Mohamed has his sights firmly set on team success. He believes UWC have what it takes to go all the way in this year’s tournament and add another star to the university’s jersey.

“We want to go all the way, add another star to our jersey and leave a legacy at the university,” he said.

With confidence growing and two clean sheets already under his belt, Mohamed will be eager to keep the momentum going as UWC chase their Varsity Football dream.

UWC’s next challenge comes at home against Durban University of Technology (DUT) at 18:30.

Fixtures: HERE

Tickets: HERE

By: Phiri Cawe