Kaizer Chiefs will soon introduce Asanele Velebayi on the field rather than the media. How does the former Cape Town Spurs superstar fit in?
To avoid complications, we’ve taken the same lineup that opened the Betway Premiership with a 2-0 win over Stellenbosch FC. The only change is Velebayi coming in on the right wing for Wandile Duba who is primarily a striker.
The 22-year-old winger, who can play on either wing or the attacking midfield role, is likely to compete for minutes on the right and left wings.
KAIZER CHIEFS CONFIRM ASANELE VELEBAYI DEAL
Good news on four Kaizer Chiefs players
“Asanele Velebayi has officially joined Kaizer Chiefs,” the Soweto giants confirmed. “The Cape Town-born winger has signed a long-term contract, fulfilling his lifelong dream of wearing the Gold & Black colours of Amakhosi.
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HOW HE FITS INTO THE STARTING 11:
Good news on four Kaizer Chiefs players
- Brandon Petersen – Goalkeeper
- Thabiso Monyane – Right back
- Inacio Miguel – Right central defender
- Aden McCarthy – Left central defender
- Bradley Cross – Left back
- Thabo Cele – Holding midfielder
- Nkosingiphile Ngcobo – Central midfielder
- Mduduzi Shabalala – Attacking midfielder
- Glody Lilepo – Left winger
- Asanele Velebayi – Right winger
- Naledi Hlongwane – Striker.
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WHO IS IN YOUR STARTING 11?
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