Bafana Bafana and Mamelodi Sundowns winger Siyanda Ndlovu has reacted to comparisons made by his former coach, Manqoba Mngqithi, who likened him to South African football legend Doctor Khumalo.
Mngqithi is credited with playing a significant role in Ndlovu’s development during their time together at Golden Arrows, where the winger showed considerable improvement under his guidance.
The former Young Africans coach previously praised Ndlovu, highlighting similarities between his attacking qualities and those of the iconic former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder.
Ndlovu welcomed the comparisons, admitting that being likened to one of South Africa’s greatest footballers was a huge honour, adding that the praise motivated him to work even harder and continue improving his game.
“I think the way I was playing and the way the coach made me play, it came to a point that he likened me to him,” said Ndlovu.
“So, it made me very happy cause I got a little time to watch him. But I saw how massive the talent he had was.
“So, being likened to him made me happy and I dreamt that the way I play could be at a high level and get to represent the national team.
“Maybe hearing those words made me perform the way I was at Arrows. I followed those words so I could become what I am.”