Former South African footballer Mlungisi Ngubane has called Kaizer Chiefs captain Miguel Inacio “stiff” following the team’s 1-0 defeat Kabuscorp of Angola in the CAF Confederation Cup first leg.
Amakhosi returned to Africa after claiming the Nedbank Cup last season. In their first leg of their preliminary round, the Glamour Boys went 1-0 down, but it was their defensive display that caught attention.
Having started the Betway Premiership without conceding in five matches, Kaizer Chiefs let in three goals against Sekhukhune United last week. Ngubane criticised Miguel’s performance against the Angolan side.
“I’m starting to doubt the Angolan; he’s too stiff for South African football and struggles to change direction,” he told KickOff.
“Miguel struggles to deal with mobile and skillful players. Kaizer Chiefs should focus on building the confidence of Given Msimango and consider resting Inacio Miguel.
“They need to invest in Msimango; Chiefs should prioritise younger center-backs,” he added.
“Professor” Ngubane blames Kaizer Chiefs for loss
Miguel was made Amakhosi captain following the departure of Yusuf Maart in July. Professor feels Miguel’s mistakes at Chiefs have cost him a place in the Angolan national team for nearly two years.
“The reason Angola is no longer calling up Miguel is because his form has declined.
“The mistakes committed by Miguel [against Kabuscorp] were evident; there were many spaces behind the Kaizer Chiefs’ defence during the game.
“He really didn’t perform well [on Saturday]. Chiefs must give these young defenders a chance,” Ngubane concluded.
Ngubane played for Bush Bucks and AmaZulu during his playing days and was known for his flair and skills.
