AmaZulu FC coach Arthur Zwane dedicated their progression to the Nedbank Cup Last 16 to club president Sandile Zungu, describing him as a supportive leader.
Usuthu progressed to the next round of the competition after a 2-1 win in extra time over Polokwane City FC at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium on Tuesday evening.
Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya and Taariq Fielies scored for AmaZulu, while the home side scored through a Lebohang Nkaki penalty kick.
AMAZULU FC HEAD COACH DEDICATES NEDBANK CUP WIN TO CLUB PRESIDENT
The match took place on the same day as the president of the club turned 59. Zwane says he hopes the club progresses more in the competition to make their president proud.
“We wanted to win this game for the president. He’s been very supportive, and he’s been there for us through thick and thin,” he said.
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“We needed to make sure that we proceed to the next round, just to make him proud. He’s always been proud of us whenever we do well as a team. So we must just enjoy what’s left of today.
“Probably, we will give him more presents going forward, as we just want to see him happy. He’s an amazing human being, and he has been trying to make the team grow for the KZN province,” he added.
“So it’s us that need to realise and fulfil or execute the plan that the club has for the future. This is one team that can help a lot of people in KZN. Young kids and many other players who are so talented. That’s why we have to appreciate and embrace people like the president.”
AmaZulu will know who their last 16 opponents are when the official draw takes place on Wednesday, 11 February in Randburg.
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