This morning, Textáfrica announced the departure of five players from its squad: Jone Damásio, Massitela, Samuel, Manzo, and Izidine. The news comes on the same day that the team prepares to face AD Vilankulo in the ninth round of the championship, in Maxixe.
The club used an official statement to express its gratitude to the departing athletes. "GDR Textáfrica expresses its gratitude to the aforementioned athletes for their merits and professionalism and wishes them all good luck in their sporting careers. Thank you," the statement reads.
The decision to part ways with these players marks a transitional moment for Textáfrica, which will now seek to strengthen its squad to remain competitive this season. The departure of Jone Damásio, Massitela, Samuel, Manzo, and Izidine represents a significant change in the team's composition, which will have to adapt quickly to the new circumstances.
Jone Damásio and Massitela were considered defensive pillars of Textáfrica, while Samuel, Manzo, and Izidine regularly contributed in midfield and attack.
Today's match against AD Vilankulo in Maxixe will be an important test for Textáfrica's new squad. The team takes to the field aiming for a victory and to show that, despite the changes, they remain focused and determined to achieve their goals in the competition.
