Malibongwe Mtshali eyeing Kaizer Chiefs' first team breakthrough after stellar Champs of Champs

The teenage attacker was named Player of the Tournament and Striker of the Tournament as Amakhosi defeated East High Boys Academy 3–0 in the Boys U18 final.

While he didn't score in the competitioon, Mtshali provided four assists in his six appearances.

Reflecting on the tournament where the young star earned many new admirers, a delighted Mtshali says he is delighted with his development as a player.

"I mean as a winger, winning the Striker of the tournament means a lot, it shows that I have improved my finishing," he said on IOL.

"And the Player of the Tournament shows that my overall game has also improved, not just scoring goals but the work rate, assisting and just helping the team. It motivates me to work even more harder as I'm still learning."

"My goal is to keep improving every day, I want to play for the Kaizer Chiefs first team one day," added Mtshali.

“Seeing players from the development team promoted to the first team and also represent Bafana Bafana inspires me a lot. It shows that the pathway is there, if I stay disciplined, humble and keep working hard, I believe my time will come.”