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The 24-year-old playmaker, who had become a peripheral figure at Chloorkop due to a loss of form and whispered concerns regarding his discipline off the pitch, made a triumphant return to the spotlight on Sunday with a Man of the Match display.

The Tshwane giants have long set high standards, and unfortunately, the recent performances have raised questions. The tight league title race has placed the Chloorkop outfit under intense pressure, but Motsepe believes these challenges can be overcome through mutual understanding between the fans and the technical team, as well as the management's long-term goals for the club.

The 24-year-old has become one of the most talked-about talents at Chloorkop, with the second half of the season highlighting a significant improvement for the Cape Town-born midfielder. Among those impressed is former Sundowns captain Hlompho Kekana, who has publicly backed him as the best midfielder in the country.

The 27-year-old last played a competitive football match in November 2025 while on loan at Orbit College from Orlando Pirates. He was apparently playing while carrying a thigh injury that flared up again after his shock move to Chloorkop in January. Now, as February draws to a close, rumours have started swirling about why the winger has yet to make an appearance in a match day squad at Masandawana.

The Brazilians went into their Nedbank Cup Round of 16 tie against TS Galxy brimming with confidence after qualifying for the CAF Champions League quarter finals, and beating league title rivals Orlando Pirates 2-1. But the coach fielded a side full of fringe players who were undone by the Rockets to crash out of the Nedbank Cup. Now Sello Mahlangu has lashed out at the coach and his decision making.