Kaizer Chiefs could let go of their ill-disciplined defender

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Kaizer Chiefs defender Edmilson Dove has been poor for club ever since returning from Afcon. He missed several key games due to suspension.

Kaizer Chiefs defender Edmilson Dove’s on-field discipline has been a major problem this season.‘s 2-2 draw with TS Galaxy on Tuesday evening. Coming into the match, Chiefs needed a win desperately following their 5-1 humiliation against Mamelodi Sundowns.

Amakhosi scored first against The Rockets but Dove’s clumsy handball saw his side concede a penalty. With the match heading into half-time, the Mozambican defender was booked for the second time, forcing Kaizer Chiefs to play with 10-man.drawFormer Kaizer Chiefs defender Mokete Tsotetsi said he was concerned about Dove’s suspensions. He has received two red cards this year alone meaning he had to miss important games.

The former Cape Town City defender joined Kaizer Chiefs in 2022 and has been hot and cold during his two-year stay. He has slotted at centre-back or left-back but hasn’t looked convincing in the 16 league matches he played.Dove’s contract with Kaizer Chiefs is set to expire at the end of June. The club however has an option to renew his contract.. Unfortunately, his form dropped when he returned to Naturena in February.

With Kaizer Chiefs in the hunt for a new coach, they might also opt to bring a new defender for next season. The club is currently eighth in the DStv Premiership with three matches remaining.

 

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