Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Cedric Kaze has highlighted how the build-up to the Soweto Derby has injected a fresh surge of energy into the team, despite their recent setbacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Amakhosi head into Saturday’s high-stakes clash against Orlando Pirates on the back of consecutive 2-1 defeats to Stellenbosch FC in the Betway Premiership and Egyptian side Zamalek in the CAF Confederation Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Nevertheless, Kaze emphasised the strong commitment displayed by every player during training sessions as they push to secure starting spots and turn their form around for the iconic fixture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe would love to see the players show the same level of commitment every week, but I have to admit it\u2019s different now. They give you more,\u201d Kaze told Goal Mzansi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cEveryone wants to play and be part of this game. It\u2019s a natural human reaction. It happens two or sometimes more times a year, but that\u2019s why we have to reduce the intensity in training because tackles are flying and players are going all in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cSometimes you have to calm the excitement leading up to the derby. Fortunately, we have experienced players who approach it as business as usual.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A victory over Pirates at FNB Stadium would see fourth-placed Chiefs close the gap on joint log leaders Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns, as they are 8 points clear of Amakhosi in the leaue standings. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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