Kaizer Chiefs head coach, Molefi Ntseki, has given fans an update on the injury status of Thatayaone Ditlhokwe and has shed light on the adjustments he made to the team’s starting lineup.
Thatayaone Ditlhokwe’s Injury Update
In a recent match, 24-year-old central defender Thatayaone Ditlhokwe partnered with Given Msimango in a new central defensive pairing.
However, in the 66th minute of the game, Ditlhokwe had to be substituted due to a shoulder issue.
Ntseki explained that although it was a shoulder problem, it’s not a major injury concern.
Ntseki stated, “We got a report from the medical team that advised to say he might not finish the second half.
I think early in the first half he was pulled back and then seemingly there was a problem with his shoulder.
We were advised to take him out because we don’t want to worsen the injury.
But I think he is a strong man, the doctors will advise us.
We still have a full week for the doctors to work on him.
Hopefully he will be available for selection, come next week.”
Ditlhokwe’s Potential Impact on Chiefs
Ditlhokwe’s emergence as a central defender for Kaizer Chiefs could prove to be a significant asset.
His partnership with Msimango showcased promise, and Chiefs fans might have a new defensive star in their midst.
Strategic Changes and Substitutions
Ntseki also discussed the strategic changes and substitutions he made during the game.
He mentioned that the substitutions of Ranga Chivaviro and Christian Saile had a positive impact on the team, which is built around pace.
Ntseki explained, “I think last week I told the media we are still managing Ranga and we wanted him to come fresh, and that was the plan with our recovery and freshness.
With him coming in we need to be aware that the defenders are standing very deep and with him as a physical person we can hold the ball, we can keep the ball, that was plan.
In the first half we were looking at speed and quality, making the runs behind the defence.”
He further elaborated, “We were fully aware that Taariq Fielies came in to stabilise the defence and to destabilise the defence we needed to bring in Ranga and also Saile on the other side, and Ashley moved to the left, that was the plan and I think it worked out very well.
Ash, even though he was struggling in the end, but he’s got a big heart and he’s got so much believe in himself.”
Potential Additions to the Team
Despite the positive performance and strategic adjustments, fans believe that Kaizer Chiefs could benefit from one or two additional players to further support the integration of players like Chivaviro into the team.
In conclusion, the Kaizer Chiefs’ coach, Molefi Ntseki, provided insights into the injury status of Ditlhokwe, explained his strategic changes during the match, and addressed the team’s potential need for additional players.
As the team progresses, fans will eagerly await further developments and improvements.
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