Khanyisa Mayo is finally finding his rhythm at Naturena. The forward was a key contributor in Kaizer Chiefs’ dominant 4-1 victory over Magesi at the Peter Mokaba Stadium on Wednesday night, helping Amakhosi cement their pursuit of a top-three finish.
Mayo’s clinical strike followed goals from Flávio Silva, Wandile Duba, and Mduduzi Shabalala, marking his second goal in as many matches. For a player who has faced questions regarding his consistency since his September arrival, this scoring streak comes at the perfect time.
Restoring the Striker’s Confidence
Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef praised the impact of his substitutes, specifically highlighting Mayo’s resurgence. With only seven matches remaining in the Betway Premiership season, Mayo is currently playing for his future as he seeks to turn his stay into a permanent arrangement.
“Mayo scored his second goal in the league — he’s back. It’s very good for the confidence of the striker,” Ben Youssef remarked.
The coach also emphasized the return of Reeve Frosler, who provided two crucial assists, noting that the squad’s depth is its greatest strength:
“We have a big squad. We’re not a team that depends on one or two players — any player who is ready will fight and help the team.”
The Final Stretch for Amakhosi
With 45 points from 23 matches, Kaizer Chiefs are firmly in the hunt for CAF competition spots. As the season nears its conclusion, Mayo’s ability to maintain this “super-sub” momentum could be the deciding factor in whether the club secures his services long-term.
