Mamelodi Sundowns Coach Manqoba Mngqithi Believes the Club Has Uncovered a New Star

• New Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi says young defender Malibongwe Khoza will be a star
• The 20-year-old has impressed Mngqithi during pre-season and could feature for the PSL champions next season
• Local football fans shared their excitement for Khoza on social media as they praised coach Mngqithi for pushing young talent

Young defender Malibongwe Khoza will be the next exciting Mzansi football prospect, said Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi.

The new Maswandana head coach sang the praises of the 20-year-old defender and said the player will get his chance next season.

After starting his new role at the club, Mngqithi said he was impressed by Khoza during pre-season and said fans should expect to see Khoza show off his skills.

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Mngqithi speaks about Khoza in the video below:

Speaking on the Sundowns podcast, Mngqithi said Khoza would surprise fans next season, while the coach promised that the team would be more attacking under his tutelage.

Mngqithi said:

"I think the boy [Khoza] will be something else; the boy will surprise many people. Don't be surprised if you see him starting a match, and a big match, for that matter. He is showing very good signs; technically, he is very good, he's strong aerially and looks slow, but he's not the slowest of players. But he's also intelligent and brave."

Fans are excited

Local football fans expressed their excitement on social media, saying they look forward to seeing if Khoza can live up to Mngqithi's expectations.

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Abells Dhlamini is exctied:

"Bring him on, coach; we want to see him."

Nduli Zamcolo Bonganie is happy:

"That's what I'm talking about, Manqoba; I like young players."

Lindile Mbango cannot wait:

"I can't wait to see these boys dazzling their skills and winning trophies."

Shalom Gagayi hopes for the best:

"Continue introducing our young stars, as long as they will not choke."

King Mayaya Makhala called for patience:

"Don't rush him."

Themba Zwane is happy at Mamelodi Sundowns

As reported by Briefly News, 35-year-old midfielder Themba Zwane is happy at Mamelodi Sundowns and wishes to retire at the club.

The midfielder recently signed a year extension at the club and said he was excited by their new signings ahead of the 2024/2025 season.

Source: Briefly News