Mpontshane impressed Chiefs legend in Soweto derby

Mpontshane was picked ahead of Jackson Mabokgwane in the Soweto derby.

Fernandez has worked with both Mpontshane and Mabokgwane during his time as goalkeeper coach at Pirates.

“They are very talented… even Wayne Sandilands is a very good keeper. I think Mpontshane must remain in goal for the remaining matches. It makes sense because he did well against Chiefs,” Fernandez told Sowetan.

“When he was not playing, he remained positive. I know it will be very difficult for the technical team because both of them are good athletes. Neither has really claimed the No.1 jersey and that makes them to push each other and remain on their toes.”

“I am sure the coaches spoke to him prior to reaching the decision to bench him. Remember that the team is bigger than any individual,” noted the former Chiefs and Bafana Bafana shot-stopper.