Moroka Swallows ex- midfielder, Andries Mpondo, shared his observation with the Orlando Pirates coaches as he has seen the skills of one of the players whom they put in a wrong position and wanted the coach to change him.
Mbekezeli Mbokazi, a player in the centre-back in Orlando Pirates, where Mpondo has seen his impressive play, he has been wearing captain’s armband on the other side when Sibisi was injured and taken out.
“I feel he is currently being used incorrectly, but perhaps the coach prefers him as a centre-back because he helps defensively and is comfortable playing there, consistently performing well. However he would be even more effective if moved to midfield, where he could play as a destroyer.
In my opinion he is being underutilised.” said Mpondo.Mpondo believes that they should change Mbokazi’s position because he has seen that this young 20-year-old man can show his potential if he can play as midfielder in their team.
If Mpondo was given a chance to be coach he will put Mbokazi in the right position, he also states that he is a complete player who knows his aim.“He has a strong football mind and is physically strong. He excels at marking, creating opportunities, and passing the ball effectively.
I would position him in midfield and give him a free role to both defend and attack” Mpondo added.
Sub-Editor: Matlala Kgaugelo
