Teko Modise exposes the real issue behind Kaizer Chiefs form.
Chiefs have been facing disappointing performances throughout the season, and football legend Modise believes the real issue lies in a lack of fight from the players. The former Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns star shared his views after watching Chiefs suffer a defeat to Golden Arrows in the Betway Premiership.
Teko Modise didn’t mince words when discussing the root cause of KChiefs’ ongoing troubles. The football icon pointed directly to the players, stating. “It all boils down to the players. Look at the Magesi team and you can see the players fighting (to win). But then you look at Kaizer Chiefs – when it is tough, where do you see the players fighting?”
Modise, who has seen the game from all angles, stressed that attitude plays a major role in success. “No matter what the tactics are, if the tactics are not working on the day, do you have the right attitude to fight for results?” he asked during an interview with SuperSport TV, as quoted by The Citizen.
Why Chiefs are struggling: Lack of determination
Despite having talented players, Chiefs find themselves in eighth place on the Premiership table. According to Modise, their failure to battle through tough situations is a key reason for their inconsistent performances. The lack of commitment to winning when things get difficult has been evident, leaving fans frustrated.
This lack of grit was especially clear in their recent loss to Golden Arrows, while Magesi secured a tough win over Stellenbosch right after. The contrast in attitude between these teams is hard to ignore, and Chiefs need to address this issue to turn their season around.
Can Chiefs turn things around against TS Galaxy?
With Chiefs set to face TS Galaxy on Saturday at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, they have an important opportunity to bounce back. TS Galaxy currently sits six points ahead of Chiefs in fourth place, and a win is crucial to keep their top-eight hopes alive.
Earlier this season, Chiefs and Galaxy played to a 1-1 draw at Mbombela Stadium. Ranga Chivaviro’s last-minute equalizer for Galaxy denied Chiefs all three points, highlighting the struggles Chiefs have had in closing out matches and finding resilience when needed most.
Bottom line: Khosi must find their fight
Teko Modise’s harsh but honest assessment of Kaizer Chiefs underscores a vital truth: no amount of tactics will save a team without the will to fight. The players need to show up with the right attitude and fight for every result, starting with their crucial match against TS Galaxy.
As Chiefs continue to struggle in the Premiership, the key to turning things around lies within the players themselves. Will they find the fight they’ve been missing? The next few games will tell the story.
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