The history of Moroka Swallows Football Club

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Don’t follow me, follow the Birds! With 60 years of greatness being celebrated this year, but no official history book detailing the epic journey, the management of Moroka Swallows together with VW, the official sponsor of the club, have decided that it is time to document the history and, in so doing, honour the pioneers of this great club, Moroka Swallows…  (Full Story)


PART 2: The first decade (1947-1957)
In part one of Moroka Swallows first 10 years, we learnt how this illustrious club got its name and ended off with the club slowly gaining success and recognition in the Moroka Jabavu League. We will now take a closer look at some of the great players and founder members of Moroka Swallows and recall some of the early triumphs of the club… (Full Story)


PART 3: The Second Decade (1957-1967)
The second decade in the life of Moroka Swallows FC was a tumultuous time in the club’s history. While there was much success, there was also a rift that was to threaten the existence of the club… (Full Story)


PART 4: Moroka Swallows Big XV 1968-1978
After Moroka Swallows Big XV, triumphs in the SASL, the 1968 campaign was a disappointment one as Swallows flattered and eventually played second fiddle to arch rivals, Orlando Pirates who were crowned the 1968 NPSL champions… (Full Story)


PART 5: The fourth decade (1979-1988)
“Big Daddy” motivates the players
From 1979, with the late Jack Sello as Chairman, Moroka Swallows continued to be regarded as one of the Soweto Big Three. The late Sello was one of the best ever South African football administrators… (Full Story)


PART 6: The fifth decade (1989-1998)
After disappointing campaigns for the Birds in 1987 and 1988, something had to be done! Former Swallows player Walter Mabeba picks up the story…(Full Story)
 
PART 7: The sixth decade (1999-2008)
In this installment of the History of the Birds we have a closer look at developments over the last 10 years at our beloved Club….…(Full Story)

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