The return of goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune to Kaizer Chiefs’ goalpost has been lauded as a big boost for the team’s defensive unit, which has been Amakhosi’s weakest link so far into the new campaign
The 35-year-old marked a first official appearance for Chiefs after a year-long absence during the team’s MTN8 quarterfinal win over Stellenbosch FC last weekend.
His coach, Arthur Zwane, is equally happy to have the seasoned campaigner back in goal, replacing Bruce Bvuma, who started in Chiefs’ three DStv Premiership games.Brandon Petersen kept the goal in the team’s last two league fixtures. “Khune was one of the players who was put in a special programme to boost his confidence to make sure that he’s ready for competition.Khune’s bid to regain the gloves
Even Chiefs defender Sifiso Hlanti, who also made his long-awaited action last weekend after a long injury layoff, acknowledged the positive vibes that Khune brought in to stabilise the limping Amakhosi defence.
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