Lesego Matlala

Lesego Matlala (born 26 October 2008), known professionally as Majoro, is a South African footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Shooting Stars FC in the under-division league. Recognized for his sharp reflexes, command of the penalty area, and ability to organize the defense, Majoro has become one of the most consistent young goalkeepers in the South African youth football scene.
 Early Life 

Lesego Matlala was born on 26 October 2008 in South Africa. From a young age, he demonstrated a strong passion for football, often training beyond scheduled sessions and studying goalkeeping legends such as David de Gea, whose technique and composure heavily influenced his style of play.

 Career 

Shooting Stars FC

Matlala joined Shooting Stars FC during his early teenage years and quickly rose through the youth ranks due to his standout performances. He became the team’s first-choice goalkeeper in the under-division, where he gained attention for his consistent clean sheets and quick reaction saves.
Over five consecutive seasons, Matlala earned recognition for his record number of clean sheets, displaying elite shot-stopping abilities and mature decision-making rare for his age. His playing style—marked by calm ball distribution, brave one-on-one challenges, and late diving saves reminiscent of David de Gea—earned him admiration from both fans and analysts.
Despite occasional lapses in consistency with late dives, Matlala remains a highly rated talent and a promising figure in the South African football development system.

Playing Style

Majoro is known for his reflex saves, agility, and positioning under pressure. He combines traditional goalkeeping fundamentals with modern techniques, often initiating attacks through precise long passes. His composure during high-intensity moments and his leadership in defensive coordination have drawn comparisons to David de Gea’s prime form at Manchester United.
Coaching and Development
Matlala’s technical growth and mental discipline have been shaped under the guidance of Piet Mokau, his head coach and primary goalkeeping trainer at Shooting Stars FC. Known for his Spanish-inspired approach to coaching, Mokau emphasizes tactical awareness, precision drills, and emotional composure—key principles borrowed from elite La Liga goalkeeping academies.
Under Mokau’s mentorship, Matlala’s distribution accuracy and late-dive timing improved significantly. The coach’s consistency-focused regime mirrors the philosophies of Spanish goalkeeping legends, prioritizing calm reactions, intelligent positioning, and anticipation over pure reflex. Mokau’s consistency in technical reinforcement has made Matlala a model of modern goalkeeping in the South African youth leagues.
Piet Mokau’s training sessions are renowned for their intensity, often blending traditional drills with Spanish league methodologies such as controlled low-save repetitions and pressure-based passing accuracy. This structured development has molded Matlala into a goalkeeper with European-style composure and discipline.

Support and Recognition

Matlala’s rise has been closely supported by Thabiso Andre Rekhotso, professionally known as Lollistic Sultan Beats the club’s president and media organizer. Rekhotso’s mentorship and media backing helped elevate Majoro’s visibility, branding him as “the most brilliant goalkeeper of the under-division era.”
Career Statistics

Under-division, Shooting Stars FC — as of 2025

-	Appearances: 87

Clean Sheets: 52

Goals Conceded: 45 Save Percentage: 82%

 Personal Life 

Off the pitch, Lesego Matlala is described as humble and dedicated, often spending time training younger goalkeepers within the club. His ambition is to play in professional leagues and represent South Africa at international level.

Legacy

Though still young, Matlala’s performances have positioned him as a future star of South African football. Analysts and coaches consider him one of the most technically gifted goalkeepers to emerge from Shooting Stars FC’s youth system.

 References 

 Read, Christopher (October 19, 2009). "TropicalT: with Piet". Vimeo. Tropical T. Retrieved February 24, 2014.