Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Yusuf Maart has earned early backing for the FIFA Puskas award following his match-winning wonder-goal in the Soweto derby. Full story ➡️
Bafana Bafana midfielder Yusuf Maart opened his account for Kaizer Chiefs in spectacular fashion on Saturday when he netted the match-winning goal in the Amakhosi's 1-0 Soweto derby win over rivals Orlando Pirates, scoring a long-ranged effort from well within his own half.
The 27-year-old's strike has already been labeled as an early contender for the PSL Goal of the Season award but could earn international recognition as well after being highlighted by football's world governing body FIFA on Tuesday. "A stunning goal to win the Soweto derby," FIFA posted on their official social media accounts."This strike from Kaizer Chiefs' Yusuf Maart could be one for the Puskas list."
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