Former Orlando Pirates midfielder criticises Sekhukhune United boss Lehlohonolo Seema's tactical approach and substitutions in their loss against Kaizer Chiefs - 'You don’t want to attack'

Kaizer Chiefs returned to winning ways by ending Sekhukhune United's unbeaten run with a late Mfundo Vilakazi goal. The 1-0 victory saw Amakhosi climb to fifth place on the league table with 21 points, two behind fourth-placed Sekhukhune.

Despite the win, Chiefs remain nine points adrift of leaders Mamelodi Sundowns, who hold three games in hand.

Former Orlando Pirates midfielder Benedict Vilakazi expressed concerns about Sekhukhune coach Lehlohonolo Seema’s tactics in the game. Vilakazi criticized Seema's team selection and reluctance to make impactful changes, which he believes cost Sekhukhune a chance to secure points.

The loss ended Sekhukhune’s solid league form and left room for questions about their approach against tough opponents.

“I’m worried about Seema because you can’t have a player like Mbule warming the bench,” said Tso as reported by iDiski Times.

“I mean benching Mbule and Mntambo and playing with [Siphesihle] Mkhize and [Relebogile] Mokhouane for me you are already showing signs of defending, you don’t want to attack. And then come the second half why don’t you make changes, bring on Mntambo and Mbule and tell Mkhize to sit because I didn’t see Seema’s point in replacing Mokouane with [Thabang] Monare.

“What are you changing because you are still doing the very same thing, still defending again? I also think he made a mistake by taking out [Katlego] Otladisa.”

Kaizer Chiefs’ win helped them enter the top five, bringing hope to their fanbase after a rocky start to the season. Nasreddine Nabi’s suspension saw the team managed from the stands, yet they delivered an important result.

Babina Noko, previously unbeaten, now face a challenge to regain momentum and secure their spot in the top four.

Amakhosi will now look to build consistency to finish the season strongly and push for a respectable position as the league program continues to intensify with tight competition for top spots behind the dominant Sundowns.

Kaizer Chiefs will shift their focus to the Nedbank Cup as they face SAFA side Free Agents in the last 32. The competition offers an opportunity for Chiefs to claim silverware and provide hope for their supporters. Success in the cup could restore belief in the project under Nabi. A strong performance against the amateur side will be crucial to building momentum.