Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune remains mum on his future at Naturena. Image Source: (@ItumelengKhune/Instagram)
Itumeleng Khune looking LEAN after Kaizer Chiefs suspension
Itu Khune is back for Amakhosi.
Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune remains mum on his future at Naturena. Image Source: (@ItumelengKhune/Instagram)
Kaizer Chiefs skipper Itumeleng Khune is a veteran of 30 Soweto Derby matches against old foes Orlando Pirates. He’s back in the dressing room this weekend, and he’s also back in shape.
KHUNE IS BACK
As spotted on Football SA’s Facebook account, Khune has been keeping in shape solo, away from the squad, getting some cardio in on the roads. The linked image was captured on Monday, showing the goalkeeper going through his paces and getting some cardio under the belt. It looks as though he’s been using his time wisely. He;s also been in the gym:
ITU’S RECORD FOR KAIZER CHIEFS IN THE SOWETO DERBY
Itu Khune was 20 when he made his first Soweto Derby appearance, an entertaining 2-2 draw in 2007. All told he’s now appeared in the showpiece 30 times. He’s won nine of those, lost eight of them and seen 13 clashes end all square.
LATEST DERBY DAY NEWS
Itumeleng Khune is back for Amakhosi from suspension but is unlikely to start the derby against Orlando Pirates. You can keep up with all the latest developments ahead of the fixture. Pirates were underwhelmed after only managing a 1-1 midweek draw with Cape Town Spurs, while Chiefs finally got their first goal of 2024 through Wandile Duba’s wonder goal against Golden Arrows. Check out our predicted starting XIs from both camps and tell us where you disagree.
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