Cedric Kaze laments 'lack of intensity' in Kaizer Chiefs defeat at Siwelele
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Thabiso Monyane backs Kaizer Chiefs to build on Soweto derby draw
Amakhosi are in third place on the Betway Premiership standings with five games of their season to play.
Still to face are Siwelele at the Free State Stadium on Wednesday, ahead of clashes with title-chasers Mamelodi Sundowns, an out-of-form Sekhukhune United, a very well coached AmaZulu and free-falling Chippa United to close out their 2025/26 campaign.
After holding Soweto rivals Orlando Pirates to a 1-1 draw at the weekend to put a dent in their title hopes, Monyane explained that the spirit in the Chiefs' camp is high.
"The Derby was great," said the former Buccaneer.
"We had a plan and executed it well. Obviously, both teams tried to win the game but it ended in a draw. Now we are looking forward to going to Bloem for the game against 11th-placed Siwelele.
"We are not expecting an easy game and do not underestimate any opponents, we go out there and give it our best every time."
"We are in the final stretch of the season, and it's important for us to keep going," the right-back added.
"We have some good momentum going at the moment, the team is doing well; we are in a good space, spirits are high, without getting carried away. We take each game as it comes. We aim to finish on a high and make our supporters happy."
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