Kaizer Chiefs is looking to welcome new players to its team. The Soccer Players’ Club has let go of Thatyaone Ditlhokwe. In his place a new sportsman could enter the team. Kaizer Chiefs has officially confirmed the departure of Botswana international defender Ditlhokwe to join Libyan Soccer club Al-Ittihad. With Ditlhokwe’s departure, a door has opened for one overlooked player, Emmilson Dove to step in. South African soccer is ever alive with competitiveness and lucrativeness. The sport attracts all new and young athletes to compete for a place in one the regional clubs and then the national team. The major reason for Kaizer Cheifs success on the field is its popularity among its fans. It would not be where it is without them.
At 30 years old, Dove hasn’t played a single match this season due to injury. However, last season, he was a regular feature in Chiefs’ league games. Now, with Ditlhokwe’s departure, he has a final opportunity to prove his worth. And fight for his place in the squad. With Chiefs in need of defensive stability, can Dove make a strong return and secure his future at Naturena? Fans will be watching closely as he works his way back into contention. Stay tuned with The South African as Kaizer Chiefs news is here, as Thatyaone Ditlhokwe’s exit opens the door for a star comeback.
Injury of any kind can be a detriment to a sports star’s career. At age 30 Dove has to catch up quickly in his career. The time for athletes’ sports career is rather short term. They have to score their best in the prime of their youth. Dove was in luck when Dithlokwe opted out of the team. Dove still has to earn his place on the team by scoring goals in the matches. Winning is not an easy task against another professional soccer team given the training put in. Soccer player clubs are wired to win. Competitiveness is the path players have to go down. Everyone will be observing the new developments.
Kaizer Chiefs made easy work of Chippa United in the Nedbank Cup last Saturday, scoring three unanswered goals. Nasreddine Nabi is slowly silencing the doubters after a topsy-turvy period consisting of more losses and draws than wins – some stability has now ensued. AmaKhosi, who found themselves in the lower half of the table for several weeks, are levelled on points with fourth-placed TS Galaxy, four points off CAF qualification. The highly-rated Feisal Salum has informed Azam FC that he will not be signing a contract extension after the season concludes, making the 27-year-old midfielder a free agent.
Kaizer Chiefs have been monitoring the Tanzanian international since Nabi’s arrival but were deterred by his hefty price tag and salary demands – now, it’s only the latter they will have to negotiate, fuelling speculation of Salum’s imminent arrival in Soweto.
Kaizer Chiefs are proving themselves to be a tough team to beat. This success is a good opportunity for them. They will certainly rise above the Soccer regional events, soaring like a phoenix. Winning three unanswered goals in a Nedbank Cup match is a start for the soccer club. The major detriment to their success is that they must not let their egos get in the way of their sports careers. Team mates of Kaizer Chiefs such as Nasreddine Nabi are certainly capable of displaying their skills and talent on the field. This silences doubters. Professional soccer is a challenging sport that requires you to give your best.
Professional Soccer Players can prove themselves to be very expensive. Money in significant amounts changes hands in professional sports. But with rising inflation wealthy Soccer clubs are beginning to feel the pinch. It is not so easy to afford large salaries for players. Times are changing and those who compete professionally should be realistic.
Article written by:
Yacoob Cassim
Journalist at Radio Al Ansaar
