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Du Preez: I Have Nothing To Prove!

Du Preez: I Have Nothing To Prove!

POLOKWANE, SOUTH AFRICA - NOVEMBER 30: Ashley Du preez of Kazier Chiefs celebrates goal during the Betway Premiership match between Kaizer Chiefs and Royal AM at Peter Mokaba Stadium on November 30, 2024 in Polokwane, South Africa. (Photo by Philip Maeta/Gallo Images)

Kaizer Chiefs striker Ashley du Preez has made it clear that his participation in the Carling All Star match against Magesi FC is not about proving himself to his club coach, Nasreddine Nabi, or the Amakhosi faithful.

Du Preez, who has been voted into the starting XI for the All Star team for the second year in a row, insists that the match is an opportunity to enjoy a different kind of football rather than using it as a platform to showcase his abilities after a challenging season.

The 27-year-old former Stellenbosch speedster has had a tough time in front of goal this season, having scored just three goals in all competitions for Kaizer Chiefs.

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Despite this, he remains confident in his approach, stating that the Carling Knockout match is a distinct competition separate from the pressures of club football.

When asked whether the match could serve as a chance to impress Nabi and Chiefs supporters, du Preez responded with a calm and measured outlook, making it clear that his focus is on enjoying the experience rather than proving himself.

"Not really. I think it's a different type of competition outside of the club, so whatever happens, happens. I'm not here to prove anything to the coach, for me it's just to come here and enjoy something different compared to club football," du Preez explained to journalists at the pre-match briefing at Orlando Stadium.

"For me as a player, it's just to go out there and enjoy it, the rest will take care of itself," he said.

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