Maritzburg United at it again! Another former Kaizer Chiefs man axed!

By Samantha Allen

Published: June 9, 2022 | 2:26 PM GMT

Fernandez was fired just days after former Chiefs coach Ernst Middendorp was fired following a disappointing season.

Fernandez, 44, had been with Maritzburg United since September 2020, when he was hired as a member of Delton Buckley’s backroom staff.

Delton Buckley and Rowen Fernandez joined Maritzburg United in September 2020. Photo: Maritzburg United

Rowen Fernandez Shown the Exit Door by Maritzburg United

“SunSport has been informed that Maritzburg United have parted ways with assistant coach Mahier Davids and goalkeeper coach Ronwen Fernandez.”

About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.