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Chiefs rising star Vilakazi has been told exactly what he needs to do to become a permanent fixture in the starting line-up at Naturena. Despite his growing influence on the pitch, the Amakhosi technical team believes there is still another level for the youngster to reach through physical development.

The Glamour Boys co-coach has heaped praise on the 21-year-old forward after the academy graduate finally ended his goal drought in Saturday’s league clash at Moses Mabhida Stadium. Kaze believes the striker’s return to form could spark a strong finish to the season as the race for the top three intensifies.

The Amakhosi co-coach is adamant that his team is on an upward trajectory following their clinical 2-0 victory over Magesi FC on Saturday night. Goals from youngsters Wandile Duba and Mfundo Vilakazi ensured the Soweto giants secured back-to-back wins, moving them up to fourth in the Premier Soccer League standings. Despite the positive result, Kaze insists there is still plenty of room for improvement as the club chases a top-three finish.

In recent weeks, Amakhosi were under immense pressure following elimination from two competitions and a four-match losing run. Bowing out of the CAF Confederation Cup and the Nedbank Cup, plus Premier Soccer League losses, shattered their ambitions to end the season with at least one piece of silverware. While their chances of claiming a PSL title are slim, what is certainly reachable is a top-three finish.

The 27-year-old centre-back has been with the Cape Winelands outfit since July 2023 and has now attracted interest from the Soweto giants. However, a move to Naturena will depend on whether Amakhosi decide to reinforce their central defence after recently facing a crisis in that department.

The ex-star has delivered a sharp critique of the Burundian, insisting that the club’s fan base and former players are weary of statistics while the team continues to struggle on the pitch. Amakhosi have endured a disappointing spell lately, grappling with inconsistent results, finishing the season trophyless, and battling to secure a top-eight finish.

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 relationship between the Tunisian tactician and the Glamour Boys lasted barely a year despite the former delivering the Nedbank Cup and the CAF Confederation Cup ticket. In his absence, Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef took over as co-coaches at least until the end of the ongoing 2025/26 campaign.

The goalkeeping position in the national team will be up for grabs in the next couple of years. Top custodians in South Africa are now hoping to take over from the legendary Mamelodi Sundowns star, who has been consistent for Mzansi. The Belgian tactician has further explained the reasons for snubbing Amakhosi's shot-stopper.

The Glamour Boys centre-back has broken his silence on the club's revised ambitions as the Premier Soccer League title race begins to disappear into the distance. Following a testing period in Naturena, the 22-year-old has revealed the necessity of giving something an exciting target to cling to.

The Soweto giants' faithful are frustrated owing to the recent disappointing results posted by their team, and the reality that Amakhosi will end the campaign trophyless. The scenario has been almost the same at Old Trafford, where the Red Devils have not been at their best, prompting regular changes in the technical team.