Former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Jabulani ‘S-Curl’ Mendu has urged the club to re-embrace its traditional values if they want to return to the glory days.
According to Mendu, the prescription for a revival is rooted in Amakhosi’s rich history and unwavering commitment to its traditional values.
The Soweto giants, once known as the “Cup Kings” have become a source of mockery for their rivals as they have failed to win a trophy since 2015 when they clinched the league title.
In the midst of the tumultuous period marked by disappointing results and a growing sense of disillusionment among fans, Mendu believes that Chiefs have strayed from the path that defined its success, losing touch with the principles that have long been the cornerstone of its identity.
Jabulani Mendu, who was a key figure in Chiefs’ golden era back in the 2000s also stated that values and a philosophy are important in restoring the club’s former glory and reclaiming its position as a dominant force in South African football.
The ex-midfielder emphasized the importance of adhering to Chiefs’ established values rather than adapting to the philosophies of coaches, who are hired at the club.
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“Any team must have values and philosophy, when you bring any coach they need to know that this team plays like this,” said Mendu on the sidelines of the CAF A License coaching course at SAFA House.
“Not any coach that comes to your club must come with his own philosophy because you have values of the club, because you have a track record that worked for you.
“But what is happening at our beloved team is that every coach who comes, he comes with his own things but forgets that this club is bigger than anyone else. “This is one of the top teams in Africa. Who is a big-name player at Kaizer Chiefs right now? No-one,” added Mendu.