Exciting Kaizer Chiefs star makes final Bafana squad

New Kaizer Chiefs defender Rushwin Dortley is in the final Bafana Bafana squad to face Uganda and South Sudan in September.

Bafana Bafana squad includes Kaizer Chiefs star Dortley

Rushwin Dortley is the only Chiefs star in the final 23-man group. Bruce Bvuma was in the preliminary squad but hasn’t made the final cut. He’s still only 22, but Dortley is a massive prospect. He’s in the strange situation where he’s highly likely to make his full Bafana debut before pulling on a Chiefs jersey for the first time, with Afcon qualifiers on 06 and 10 September against Uganda and South Sudan. This guy has unique and coveted attributes, including a superb left foot and ball-playing ability.

New-look Kaizer Chiefs defence?

Inacio Miguel, goalkeeper Fiacre Ntwari and left-back Bongani Sam and Dortley should Chiefs them a more resolute unit. Gaston Sirino arrives from Sundowns to pick a few passes, but who will stick those chances in the net? Chiefs have shifted their attention to another Young Africans striker after their pursuit of Fiston Mayele has seemingly hit a dead end. The man in question is 20-year-old Tanzanian forward Clement Mzisi. Born in 2004, Mzisi has one cap for Tanzania earned in September 2023. This after mooted moves for Fiston Mayele and Percy Tau haven’t borne any fruit. Mayele bagged 54 goals in two seasons under the tutelage of Nasreddine Nabi. Across all clubs, Mayele has 14 goals and four assists from 25 appearances in the Caf Champions League, Africa’s elite club competition. Chiefs will be disappointed to miss out.

Rushwin Dortley bio

• Date of birth: 02 May, 2002
• Place of birth: Cape Town
• Age: 22
• Height: 1.92m
• Preferred foot: Left
• Position: Central defender
• Playing style: Technically gifted ball player
• Strengths: Passing, composure, versatility
• Weaknesses: No significant weaknesses, but aerial duels are not the strongest side of his game despite his impressive height and strength

First five Betway Prem matches for Chiefs

• Marumo Gallants vs Chiefs – Saturday, 14 September, Toyota Stadium, 17:30
• Chiefs vs Stellenbosch – Sunday, 22 September, FNB Stadium, 15:00
• AmaZulu vs Chiefs – Wednesday, 25 September, King Zwelithini Stadium, 19:30
• Chiefs vs Sundowns – Saturday, 28 September, FNB Stadium, 15:00
• SuperSport United vs Chiefs – Saturday, 26 October, Lucas Moripe Stadium, 17:30

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