Ditlhokwe could end up being a coup for Chiefs. Image: iDiski Times
Kaizer Chiefs have acquired two top-quality PSL central defenders. Does this mean we’ll see a tactical tweak and a narrower backline?
Ditlhokwe could end up being a coup for Chiefs. Image: iDiski Times
We all know Kaizer Chiefs had their struggles in the final third with just 32 goals from 30 games, but a new back line is a source of hope.
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With the arrivals of Thatayaone Ditlhokwe and Given Msimango, the Glamour Boys have augmented their central defensive options. Siyabonga Ngezana is enjoying a renaissance at the club after a difficult star to 2022-23 and Edmilson Dove is one of the more dependable players at Naturena. In short, Arthur Zwane has a lot of defensive options at his disposal. He might now forced to deploy a much more narrow system, with a few square pegs in round holes. That being said, Ngezana and Dove are no strangers to playing at full-back.
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Once the defensive foundation is set, the more creative Kaizer Chiefs players will have more freedom to express themselves. It’s no wonder there are heavy rumours that a deal for Cape Town City playmaker Mduduzi Mdantsane is in the pipeline. However, there’s still a nagging feeling that the club needs a more authoritative presence in the number 6 role at the base of midfield. Once that position is sorted, the Glamour Boys can start cooking again.
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