Kaizer Chiefs wonderkid Mfundo Vilakazi recently set social media abuzz after his photos at a local Kasi tournament went viral.
Mfundo Vilakazi has been winning big since joining Kaizer Chiefs and has since been lauded as one of the country’s best young talents.
KAIZER CHIEFS STAR MFUNDO VILAKAZI SHOWS SUPPORT FOR FORMER CLUB
He has wowed many with his flair and command of the game. However, despite his big wins, he hasn’t forgotten where he came from.
The Kaizer Chiefs star often visits his former youth teams, and these gestures warm the hearts of many.
Mfundo Vilakazi is trending after he reportedly showed up at a local Kasi tournament to support his former team, which was participating.
Mfundo Vilakazi’s former club, Doornkop Students Football Club, booked a semifinal spot after edging Mudagasi 2-1 to advance to the semifinals at a local Kasi festive tournament.
The Kaizer Chiefs star was seen smiling and celebrating with the rest of the squad after the win. Hundreds of fans in Protea South witnessed the warm gesture.
Thanks to his huge social media following, he often trends whenever he posts or gets posted.
Mfundo Vilakazi’s photos with his old club have received thousands of comments and reactions. Football fans were quick to give his gesture a nod.
Last year, he made headlines with his childhood photos with his former coach, Skhumbuzo, best known as Zola 7.
Reports have it that he visited his childhood coach, whom he gifted a Kaizer Chiefs home jersey.
CAREER
Mfundo Vilakazi reportedly started his career with Zola Seven Stars under Coach Skhumbuzo, affectionately known as Zola 7.
However, he also starred for Doornkop Students Football Club before settling at Kaizer Chiefs Youth Academy. Mfundo Vilakazi had his shot to fame in 2023; the rest was history.
After being promoted from the Kaizer Chiefs reserve team, Mfundo made his professional debut in February 2024.
In March, he made his second first-team appearance in a Premier Soccer League tie, the Soweto Derby against Orlando Pirates.
LONG-TERM CONTRACT
After his two first-team appearances, the 18-year-old was tied down by Kaizer Chiefs with a long-term deal. Mfundo Vilakazi’s contract will end in June 2028.
Mfundo Vilakazi has since wowed Kaizer Chiefs fans with his moments of brilliance this season. The Kaizer Chiefs star was also part of the 2024 Cosafa U20 Championships squad.
ARE YOU A FAN OF MFUNDO VILAKAZI?
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