Kaizer Chiefs Legend Tsepo Masilela has pointed tight defense accelerate his former team to challenge title race.
Amakhosi are currently in second place on league standing, just two points before leader with just two points.
Speaking about the real contender on Betway Premiership, Masilela said the one with strong defense wins championship.
“As they say, strong defences win championships,” Masilela said, on the SoccerBeat Podcast.
“They got the job done, and when you look at their schedule, playing in Africa and coming back to do the job, it shows that they mean business, and we can’t write them off — they are in the mix.
“When you keep on winning like this, it gives you belief, and the dream stays alive.”
After a previous campaign in which they conceded over a goal per game on average, Amakhosi have tightened up at the back this season, allowing just six goals in 15 matches. Masilela singled out young defender Aiden McCarthy for his growing influence, particularly in the recent clash against Marumo Gallants.
“The young McCarthy was fantastic with how he recovered in the last action to save the ball for a corner kick. You might underestimate it, but that was the challenge that won them the three points on the night, and he was also solid alongside (Zitha) Kwinika.”
