Gayton McKenzie: Sports Minister Hails Kaizer Chiefs Star After Amakhosi’s Win Over Marumo Gallants

• Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie has hailed a Kaizer Chiefs star after his performance and goal against Marumo Gallants in the Betway Premiership
• The Soweto giants have been one of the best teams in the league since the start of 2026, and it has reflected in their position on the log
• The minister's comment about the Amakhosi player sparked mixed reactions from Premier Soccer League fans on social media

Kaizer Chiefs have been one of the best sides in the Premier Soccer League since the start of the second half of the 2025-26 season this year.

The Glamour Boys have been victorious in their games in all competitions since the start of 2026, and it's reflected in their league standings and also in the CAF Confederation Cup.

They started the year with a win over Lamontville Golden Arrows and also followed it up with their historic victory over ZESCO United in the CAF Confederation Cup on Sunday, January 25, 2026.

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Sports Minister hails Kaizer Chiefs star

Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie is one of several figures still marvelling at Glody Lilepo’s sensational long-range effort for Kaizer Chiefs against Marumo Gallants.

The Congolese attacker delivered the match-winner with an audacious strike from well beyond 40 yards, finding the back of the net as Chiefs edged Gallants 1–0 on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, to climb into second place on the PSL standings.

Lilepo collected possession on the left flank before unleashing a thunderous shot that flew past Gallants goalkeeper Washington Arubi, who was left helpless as the ball soared into the goal.

The spectacular finish has reignited debate over the standout goal of the campaign, with McKenzie already declaring it the season’s best.

“I can’t see any goal topping that one this season — jealous down,” the Sports Minister wrote on X.

McKenzie's comments on the goal sparked different reactions from PSL fans on social media.

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Bhut_Zuks said:

"When Mbokazi took a shot and scored, he was aiming to score. When Danson took his shot and scored its exactly what he meant to do, but a cross that fluked its way into the back of the net is the best goal this season? 😩"

Salim_sgo shared:

"There was absolutely no intention to hit that on target, finda finda football."

Phestahiver wrote:

"I cannot wait for the crash out at the awards because this is NOT a goal of the season."

MokwadiMo reacted:

"We have already seen Dansin's goal. This is a lucky goal. I would've been ashamed of celebrating it if I were Lilepo."

Casanova Nova_GOAT567 commented:

"If you are implying that this is the goal of the season, then there’s still a long way to go."

Absolute_Kganki added:

"We must aggressively lobby for the Puskas Award on this goal in the next Ballon d'Or gala; comrade Glody Lilepo must take it home, Minister. 🔥"

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Other goals to rival Lilepo's strike

Not everyone, however, is convinced that Lilepo’s super strike against Marumo Gallants stands alone at the top, with rival supporters pointing to other memorable strikes, particularly those produced by Orlando Pirates players.

Pirates fans believe Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s impressive finish against Siwelele FC in the Carling Knockout, along with teenager Camren Dansin’s breathtaking goal versus Mamelodi Sundowns, deserve equal recognition.

While Dansin’s strike claimed the November/December Goal of the Month award and Lilepo is widely expected to secure January’s honour, the campaign is still ongoing, and more contenders could yet emerge.

Chiefs, Pirates, Sundowns battle for SA forward

Briefly News also reported that Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns are in a transfer battle as they are all interested in snapping up a South African forward.

The three PSL giants were said to be looking for the possibility of signing the winger before the winter transfer window closes.

Source: Briefly News