Kaizer Chiefs defender Thabo Moloisane believes Amakhosi still have every reason to remain confident in their pursuit of the PSL title, despite dropping points in matches they expected to win.
Chiefs currently trail league leaders Mamelodi Sundowns by eight points and will be looking to close the gap when they face Golden Arrows this weekend.
Chiefs Need A Response Against Arrows
The fixture presents Chiefs with an opportunity to bounce back after their recent MTN8 quarter-final defeat to Golden Arrows.
Moloisane admitted that the previous meeting was a match Chiefs felt they should have won, with small mistakes ultimately proving costly.
He also expects Arrows to pose a threat on the counter-attack, something Chiefs have been preparing for ahead of the latest encounter.
Petersen Absence Not Causing Panic
Chiefs will head into the match without captain and goalkeeper Brandon Petersen, who has been ruled out through injury.
Moloisane offered his support to Petersen while insisting that Chiefs have enough quality in the goalkeeping department to cope with his absence.
He pointed to Bruce Bvuma and Renaldo Leaner as options available to the team and stressed the importance of unity within the squad.
Chiefs Cannot Afford More Dropped Points
Moloisane acknowledged that Chiefs have already dropped points in two matches they believed they should have won.
With the season still in its early stages, he believes collecting maximum points against Arrows would help reduce the pressure and keep Amakhosi within touching distance of the teams competing at the top of the table.
The defender also highlighted the importance of entering the FIFA international break with momentum and confidence.
Can Chiefs Still Challenge For The Title?
With Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates also competing near the top, Chiefs know that consistency will be crucial if they are to stay in the title race.
Moloisane’s message is clear: Chiefs must turn opportunities into victories and avoid unnecessary points dropped.
The clash with Golden Arrows could therefore prove an important moment in determining whether Amakhosi can maintain their challenge for the PSL crown.
