Upcoming Rivalry: Soweto Derby Featuring Youthful Talents
Firing Up the FNB: The Soweto Derby has long been a stage for football legends to establish themselves in the South African football scene. Home to titans like Thulasizwe Mbuyane and Thembinkosi Lorch, this epic clash has showcased numerous stars. As the Nedbank Semi-final approaches, let's take a look at some promising young guns likely to light up the match for their respective teams.
3: Relebohile Ramoto - Pirate Pride
At the tender age of 17, Vaal native Relebohile Ramoto has earned his stripes in the Orlando Pirates' first team after stealing the show in the DStv Diski Challenge (DDC). This reserve league is home to numerous young talents, and Ramoto has been the shining beacon for the Buc's reserve squad. In 21 games, he's netted nine goals and provided 13 assists, helping the Buccaneers secure the runner-up spot on the log, just behind leaders SuperSport United.
Having made four appearances on the bench, Ramoto leaped at the opportunity to make his top-tier debut when his mentor, Jose Riveiro, handed him a starting spot in a 1-1 draw against Royal AM.
2: Samkelo Zwane - Amakhosi's Rising Tide
Much like Ramoto, Samkelo Zwane has made waves in the DStv Diski Challenge, leading many to call for his promotion to the senior Kaizer Chiefs team. The 21-year-old has filled the void in the Amakhosi's central midfield, earning comparisons to Tinashe Nengomasha along the way.
Since his well-deserved promotion to the first team, Zwane has donned the Amakhosi jersey 12 times across all competitions, showcasing his skills and influence in the Chiefs' midfield.
1: Mduduzi Shabalala - The Chatter of the Town
The past few months have been abuzz with mention of Mduduzi Shabalala. The 19-year-old has already notched over 15 appearances for Kaizer Chiefs in all competitions, scoring on his first debut against Maritzburg United and contributing two goals.
Fans can't wait to witness his electrifying flair and skill, not to mention his partnership with Samkelo Zwane, with whom he played together in the DStv Diski Challenge, in the upcoming Soweto derby. The match is set to take place in front of an expected crowd of 90,000 at the FNB Stadium.
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- Relebohile Ramoto and Samkelo Zwane, both young football talents, have been making waves in the DStv Diski Challenge, showcasing their skills and promising futures in the sports of football.
- As the Soweto Derby approaches, the spotlight is on several young guns, such as Mduduzi Shabalala who has already made 15 appearances for Kaizer Chiefs, scoring a goal and aiding two more, showcasing his potential to shine in the sport of football.
