Kaizer Chiefs Legend Criticises South African Footballers For Lacking Basic Skills

Kaizer Chiefs icon Lucky Stylianou has launched a scathing attack on South African footballers for what he perceives as poor technical abilities.

Stylianou, who became the first white player to don the famous black and gold Chiefs jersey during the height of Apartheid back in 1978, was particularly not happy with the clubs struggles in front of goal in last weekends Nedbank Cup semi-final against Mamelodi Sundowns , a game that Chiefs won to book a final date with Soweto rivals and two-time reigning cup champions Orlando Pirates.

Stylianou went on to add he didnt think it was just a South African football problem, but one that plagued the game around the world.

There are too many players worldwide even who are not comfortable on the ball. They give it away too easily, and that often leads to conceding goals. Thats a major red flag at this level.

He continued: Its not enough to dominate the midfield or defend well you have to be ruthless up front. What I saw on Sunday was Sundowns with only one real shot on target outside of that free kick. Chiefs had the chances, but they werent making the keeper work. Strikers need to do more than just have a go they need to finish.