When you speak about Clive Barker, one of the greatest South African football coaches, his name echoes louder than a packed stadium in ’96: Clive Barker.
This man didn’t just coach Bafana Bafana — he gave us belief. In a country healing from apartheid, Clive didn’t see race. He saw talent. He built a team that looked like South Africa, played for South Africa, and most importantly, won for South Africa.
In 1996, under his fearless leadership, Bafana Bafana lifted the AFCON trophy on home soil, uniting a nation that was hungry for something to celebrate. Clive didn’t just win us a cup — he helped build the identity of South African football.
He was more than a coach. He was uMalume weSoccer — that wise uncle who knew how to get the best out of you, whether you were Lucas Radebe, Doctor Khumalo, or a young boy dreaming on the dusty streets of Umlazi or Eldos.
At Legacy, we salute Clive “The Dog” Barker.
Because legends don’t retire — they live forever in the hearts of the people.
Rest in Power, Coach Clive. The people’s champion.