Itumeleng Khune's famous save. Photo: Archives

Itumeleng Khune’s famous save. Photo: Archives

FLASHBACK: Khune’s famous ‘scorpion kick’ save [WATCH]

Chiefs legend Itumeleng Khune has been praised on social media after his famous ‘scorpion kick’ did the rounds once again on Instagram.

Itumeleng Khune's famous save. Photo: Archives

Itumeleng Khune’s famous save. Photo: Archives

Khune remarkably and famously pulled off a sensational scorpion kick save during a game against Mpumalanga Black Aces back in 2015.

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It’s been widely hailed as one of the greatest pieces of acrobatics from a keeper, and it’s regularly popped up on social media and YouTube accounts over the years.

This week, the Instagram account ‘The Keeper World’ – which has over 150,000 followers – once again featured Khune’s heroics on a post highlighting ‘The Most Iconic Saves In Goalkeeping’.

For this Flashback Friday, check out the Khune video once again below, while you can rate it among the other contenders:

More recently, Khune has shared a key message in the midst of limited game time.

Khune played for Chiefs in the MTN8 quarter-final against Mamelodi Sundowns, but largely limited game-time for the majority of the season has led to questions about his future at Amakhosi

According to a recent report on Soccer Laduma, the 34-year-old Khune, who was handed a two-year deal with an option to extend last season, could possibly work at the club post-retirement.

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Taking to social media, Khune himself shared a short message, which appeared to suggest he wasn’t losing faith despite finding himself down the pecking order when it comes to playing.

“Hard at work, patience!” he stated.

More recently, interim coach Arthur Zwane has provided a clear indication that the stalwart should also just stay “patient”, with his playing days not over just yet by the sounds of it.

He really wants to play,” said Zwane last week.

“He is pushing himself at training. It is just a matter of selection. Brandon (Petersen) has been doing well, Bruce (Bvuma) and (Daniel) Akpeyi have been doing well. The opportunity will arise again and surely he will get his fair share (of appearances).

“We still believe in him, he has that quality, the experience, and him being in the dressing room motivates the other players.

“He is part of the team whether he is playing or not. He is a positive person and is looking forward to his turn, should it come any time soon. He is a 24 hour professional.”