Itumeleng Khune of Kaizer ChiefsGOAL

The rise and fall of Itumeleng Khune – influence of alcohol, potential suspension, is it time for Kaizer Chiefs star to hang up his boots?

Khune is currently grabbing attention with reports suggesting that he attended training under the influence of alcohol and is potentially facing suspension from the club.

The 36-year-old was conspicuously absent from the team's recent match against Moroka Swallows on Sunday, November 26, fueling speculations about Khune's future with Chiefs.

If this marks the end of the veteran goalkeeper's tenure with the Glamour Boys, it would be an unfortunate conclusion, though it should not diminish his remarkable career. In his prime, Khune was undeniably the top goalkeeper in African football, leading both Amakhosi and Bafana Bafana.

GOAL closely analyses Khune's rise with Chiefs, explores the subsequent downturn in his career, and what’s next…

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