Fans of Kaizer Chiefs have endured plenty in recent years.
This season, not only have they failed to defeat ‘smaller’ opponents, but they have also lost far too often against ‘themselves.’
The Chiefs have lost key points owing to expensive individual blunders, including those of veterans like as Itumeleng Khune.
Khune has subsequently spoken out about the ‘abuse’ he and his colleagues have received from fans for their errors on the pitch.
“Football is a team sport and yes, when the team is not doing well certain individuals will be labeled and will be given names.” The Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper told KickOff.
“But I think that’s what brings the best out of me, as an individual, and out of the team.
“As a leader you can’t run away from the situation you are facing.
“You have to face it head on while other players look up to you as a role model and as a senior member of the team.
“So yes, we will be given names, but one game doesn’t define an individual.
“I mean, I’ve played for almost two decades. Yes, I’ve been given names before but how I bounce back is more important.”
This weekend, Amakhosi defender Sifiso Hlanti returns from suspension to play rivals Mamelodi Sundowns.
The Bafana Bafana defender has heaped admiration on the fantastic form of the Brazilians.
“Before we move on, we need to give credit to Sundowns because they have played 10 games without losing which is a good thing.” The Kaizer Chiefs defender said as quoted by KickOff.
“But we are prepared for that because we know very well what they capable of.
“We are not putting pressure to ourselves as players but the task that we have deals with the mental strength and it is something that we are working on here at training.
“We are united, and we are one team, so we are fully prepared. I won’t say it is a grudge match because every game that we play is always competitive more so if you play for a team such as Kaizer Chiefs.
“So, it is a challenge that needs us as players to be united. We need to do the most and respect the game of football so it is not going to be an easy one.”
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