AmaKhosi Legend Itumeleng Khune Takes Aim at Kaizer Chiefs’ Inconsistent Goalkeeping After Leaky Season
Itumeleng Khune has criticised his former club Kaizer Chiefs’ current goalkeeping department.
Khune, who parted ways with AmaKhosi at the start of the campaign after two decades of service, reflected on the state of the squad and openly questioned the reliability and leadership of his successors.
Speaking to iDiski Times, he argued that inconsistency between the posts has contributed to the team’s poor showing in the 2024/25 season.
“After me, yes, they need to get a goalkeeper who can give them 30 consecutive league games—someone who can play in all the domestic cup competitions and help win silverware for the club,” Khune said.
Kazier Chiefs’ Defensive Woes Continue
Kaizer Chiefs have conceded 29 goals in 26 league matches, with only three other teams performing worse defensively. Two of those are currently stuck at the bottom of the log. As a result, Chiefs sit in eighth position with just five games left—risking missing out on a top-eight finish for the second consecutive season.
In Khune’s absence, the club has rotated Bruce Bvuma, Brandon Petersen, and Fiacre Ntwari—a move the veteran says has led to a lack of rhythm and confidence at the back.
“Some play two or three games, concede six or seven goals— that’s not the Kaizer Chiefs standard,” he added.
“No Leadership, No Consistency”
The 37-year-old didn’t hold back, implying that his replacements lack the mental, physical, and emotional fortitude required to succeed at a club of Chiefs’ stature.
“You need someone who is physically, mentally, and emotionally strong—someone reliable who can lead from the back and inspire the rest of the team. Unfortunately, I haven’t seen that level of leadership and consistency this season.”
Itu Khune, who earned acclaim as a dependable No.1 for both Chiefs and Bafana Bafana, also reflected on the pride he took in representing the club with distinction.
“Every time I wore the jersey, I understood the responsibility it came with. I gave everything on the field to earn the trust of the supporters… I never complained about fatigue or circumstances, because I knew those opportunities were rare. You don’t want to retire and be filled with regret.”
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