Mdantsane will add value to Bafana, says Chiefs coach Ntseki

Kaizer Chiefs coach Molefi Ntseki holds strong confidence in Mduduzi Mdantsane’s ability to make a valuable contribution to Bafana Bafana while also gaining valuable international experience that can benefit Amakhosi.

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Mdantsane’s recent call-up, announced on Monday, came as a result of Percy Tau’s withdrawal due to personal reasons.

Despite experiencing a somewhat slow start to his debut season with the Soweto giants, the talented midfielder has managed to make 10 appearances and provide two assists.

It’s worth noting that Mdantsane’s previous appearance in the Bafana jersey dates back to 2021 when he played in a match against Zimbabwe during the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. 

“I think the qualities that made us bring Mdu Mdantsane to the club are for us to celebrate and to see him growing and getting national team call-ups.

“I think the experience of playing for the national team will also come back to Kaizer Chiefs and help us in terms of our game understanding.

“And in terms of how to handle the pressure of playing for Kaizer Chiefs. So, we wish him, Mdu Mdantsane and the rest of the guys that have been selected to the national team to do well for the country,” Ntseki added.

Ntseki is pleased that Mdantsane has been given this opportunity to represent Bafana again, expressing confidence in his ability to make a positive impact.

‘Mdantsane will help both Bafana and Chiefs’

Ntseki has also gave his full support to Mdantsane’ recent call-up to the Bafana squad. 

“We congratulate Mdu Mdantsane for getting a call-up into the national team,” said Ntseki on the sidelines of the Carling Knockout Cup launch this week. 

“And I think all our players at Kaizer Chiefs, whether local or international players, all of them are looking forward to being selected for their national teams.” 

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“I think with Mdu Mdantsane… what the national team coaches are looking for in their scouting is what he can give to them.

“We can only wish him the best of luck in the national team. Also wish the national team the best of luck in their preparation going into Afcon.”

Bafana will play Eswatini on Friday and then travel to north Africa to meet Ivory Coast in the second of their friendly matches.