The versatile midfielder has been doing well for the Glamour Boys since getting promoted to the senior team a couple of seasons ago. However, in the ongoing campaign, he has been under sharp criticism for failing to deliver as expected, especially in the final third. 'Mdu' has been guilty of missing some big chances, and Amakhosi end up paying the price.
After ending a four-match losing streak with victory over Durban City last weekend, the Soweto giants will be eager to follow up on that when they face Magesi FC at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday. They know backing up that result is crucial as they look to reassert themselves in the closing stages of the season. Another win would significantly boost their hopes of finishing in the top three and securing rights to play continental football next term.
The 22-year-old Amakhosi star carried huge expectations on him when he burst onto the scene from the club’s development ranks, tipped as a future star. However, his growth has stalled, with performances failing to match the early hype. There are now growing concerns that he might not improve, with little indication of meaningful progress.
The Soweto giants have been struggling to get it right this season, despite a blistering start across all competitions. Currently, they are at risk of missing out on competing with the best on the continent in the CAF inter-club tournament. One of the influential players has been urged to improve his game or face the axe.
The playmaker has had limited involvement for the Soweto giants in recent games. Even though he did not start against Durban City, the Bafana Bafana star came on as a second substitute and played a crucial role in Amakhosi's victory. Now, a question has been asked why the attacking midfielder has been dropped from the starting XI in recent games.
Amakhosi players’ continued exclusion from the national team reflects how standards have dropped at Naturena. A former Buccaneers star has not minced his words, insisting the Glamour Boys currently do not have players deserving of a place in the squad. He believes the situation highlights just how far the club has fallen from the level expected of a team of its stature.
The Glamour Boys are under incredible pressure to turn the tide after four consecutive losses. Against the Premier Soccer League debutants, they enjoy a home advantage, but playing in front of their fans will put them under more pressure. Another loss, or even a draw, will only act to jeopardise their position, with more ground ceded in the league's title race.
The situation at the Glamour Boys has been unbearable for the fans owing to the four straight losses across all competitions. Some of the key players have been missing in action, with reports indicating that the technical team, led by co-coaches Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef, omitted them from recent assignments owing to breach of contract.
The talented duo was missing on Saturday as the Glamour Boys were humbled by the Soweto giants in the South African top-tier assignment. The victory for the visitors widened the gap between the two teams to 11 points, further underlining their ambition of going all the way and beating Mamelodi Sundowns to the crown.
The Glamour Boys are enduring their worst run of form this season, having suffered three defeats in a row across all competitions. The Soweto giants hope to bounce back against the Natal Rich Boyz on Tuesday at the uMhlathuze Stadium. This will surely be a defining moment for co-coaches Khalil Ben Youssef and Cedric Kaze.
The Glamour Boys failed to turn up for the party at the FNB Stadium as their traditional rivals, the Buccaneers, literally walked on them. The technical team made some big calls on the material day that didn't work as anticipated from the first to the final whistle. The hosts could have easily got a hiding, but their opponents missed some big chances.
Amakhosi are gearing up for a blockbuster encounter against their traditional rivals, the Sea Robbers. After a recent loss to Stellenbosch, the Glamour Boys are under immense pressure to get back to winning ways. However, the challenge is expected to be a daunting one, as the Bucs are also looking for a morale-boosting victory.
The football lovers in the country will be closely monitoring proceedings at the FNB Stadium on Saturday, where traditional rivals will be locking horns in search of three points. It is expected to be a massive contest between the Soweto giants who are firmly in the Premier Soccer League title race.
It was the same old story for Amakhosi as they fell to their third straight defeat at the hands of the Winelands club. They dominated possession and chances created, especially in the first half, but failed to take their opportunities before letting their opponents score twice from their three shots on target. Afterwards, the Glamour Boys co-coach faced the media repeating the same old message of missed chances to blame for another damaging defeat.
After heartbreaking results in the CAF Confederation Cup and in the Nedbank Cup campaigns, Amakhosi's focus was turned to the Premier Soccer League. Following a 10-day rest, the Glamour Boys could not manage to collect even a single point. For Gavin Hunt, the pressure is expected to ease after masterminding Stellies' back-to-back wins against his former side.
After elimination from both the Nedbank Cup and the CAF Confederation Cup, Amakhosi's focus is solely on the Premier Soccer League. Now they are set to resume league duties with a match against Stellies, who are in dire need of points to avoid a possible relegation dogfight. On the other hand, the Glamour Boys must win to keep their league title hopes alive.
