Kaizer Chiefs starlet Mduduzi Shabalala has revealed the reason behind his top form in the current Betway Premiership season.
Shabalala has been one of the standout performers for Chiefs under experienced Tunisian coach Nasreddine Nabi
Other youngsters that have had an opportunity this campaign and have impressed include the trio of Wandile Duba, Mfundo Vilakazi, and Samkelo Zwane.
Already this season, Shabalala has surpassed his last season’s goal tally. In 15 matches across all competitions, the 21-year-old has racked up four goals and provided two assists. Last season, he only found the back of the net twice and grabbed an assist in 21 matches in all competitions.
Ahead of the much-anticipated Soweto Derby against rivals Orlando Pirates, Shabalala will be one of the players to watch out for on Saturday, 1 February. Kickoff at a sold-out FNB Stadium is at 3:30 PM.
SHABALALA SAYS HE’S BIGGEST CHANGE THIS SEASON IT’S HIS CONFIDENCE
The Amakhosi rising star says he’s been performing a lot better this season because he’s high on confidence as compared to other campaigns. Also, he doesn’t pay attention to the outside noise and the negative things people say about his performances.
“I think it’s confidence. The confidence that I have right now is way better than what I had before,” said Shabalala.
“Believing in yourself plays a big role inside a team. The intention is not to listen to what people say about you but to focus on your side and continue with what you are supposed to be doing and what you should be doing.
“For me this season, it’s closing the noise and closing the ears, doing my job and doing what I’m supposed to be doing.”
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