Kaizer Chiefs Feature
Since taking over from Molefi Ntseki in October, Cavin Johnson has tried five different options in the number nine role, numerous central defensive partnerships, a few formations and 29 different players. Johnson has spoken constantly about the “Kaizer Chiefs Way” of playing football… but are we starting to see him implement that particular brand of football? In this feature, we take a look at the skill-sets of players favoured by the coach and whether we’re seeing a clear and distinctive style of play or whether it’s all a bit unstructured and off the cuff.
Ime Okon and Shandre Campbell: Siya Special
According to SuperSport United CEO, Stan Matthews; Ime Okon and Shandre Campbell “have indicated they want to try and play overseas”. Based on the statement, a likely switch to Mamelodi Sundowns, or any other PSL club, is slim, with Matthews looking to rake in euros or pounds for the young duo. And it remains to be seen whether the Brazilians will get their way as they so often do. Soccer Laduma investigates…
Also In Issue 1368…
Ayanda Gcaba Interview
After leaving Orlando Pirates in 2018, Ayanda Gcaba had a difficult career and could not find a home to settle at for a long period of time. Not much has been said about the 38-year-old over the last few years, with opportunities to play the game at a professional level proving hard to come by. Soccer Laduma tracked Gcaba down to talk about what’s been happening in his career over the last few years as he confirmed that he has not yet retired from the beautiful game.
International Feature
The current Premier League season signals the penultimate campaign before Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says goodbye to the club, as his contract is due to expire in June 2025. Soccer Laduma discusses the increasingly inevitable end of Guardiola’s era at the Etihad Stadium and how this season could prove decisive in the Spaniard’s exit from the club.
Revolving Column
This week, we hear from former Banyana Banyana player, Khabo Zitha, as she talks about this week’s crucial Olympic qualifier against Nigeria. Khabo also discusses her experience of playing against Nigeria.
Siyagobhoza
In this week’s edition of the popular Siyagobhoza section, there is news Orlando Pirates could be open to offering Richard Ofori in exchange for Chippa United goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, as well as Mamelodi Sundowns showing an interest in Cape Town City player, Jaedin Rhodes.
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