Former Kaizer Chiefs defender challenges PSL players to consider playing in Romania - 'I hope I'm giving enough inspiration'

Siyabonga Ngezana came through the ranks at Kaizer Chiefs, eventually making his debut in 2017.

After impressing for the Soweto giants for seven years, FCSB came for his signature two seasons ago.

The South Africa international has since been plying trade in Romania.

Ngezana played a vital role in helping FCSB win their first league title in nine years.

He has been a key player for FCSB, who reached the knockout phase in the Europa League but fell to Lyon.

This season, he has featured 37 times already for the club across all competitions.

He believes PSL players should give the Liga 1 a try.

“I think playing in Romain taught me that we’re not here for ourselves, it’s about respecting the people who are going to come after me,” Ngezana told FARPost.

“So I hope I’m giving enough inspiration to players in the PSL to look for opportunities in Romania and other European countries. As I said, I hope being here in Romania inspires players in South Africa to come also.

“There is so much talent in South Africa, and I know the players can make a big impact in this league. So I hope other players will have the courage to come here and express their talent, which will open more doors for many other players to play in Europe," he concluded.

Ngezana hopes to inspire FCSB to another championship title in Romania.

However, the main objective will be delivering for Bafana Bafana in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (if he makes the squad).

The 27-year-old is also expected to feature in the remaining 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifiers.