Kaizer Chiefs defender Njabulo Ngcobo says he is working very hard behind the scenes to recapture his best form.
Ngcobo was named PSL defender of the season in 2021/22 when he played for Swallows – it was on the back of that form that he was signed by Chiefs, but he has struggled since then to repeat the same levels of performance.
His patchy form has meant that he is not a guaranteed started for Amakhosi, and this season he has made just 10 appearances.
Commenting on the situation he told the Sowetan: “I think for me it is important to learn every day, especially playing for a big team like Chiefs, you must learn so many things.
“Now I’m starting to see the way forward and I’m determined to make a comeback and return to the form I was at Swallows.
“The pressure is there… but I’m sure that I will soon get into gear.”
Ngcobo’s current deal with Chiefs expires at the end of the season and he is hopeful of securing a new contract. With this in mind he says that he has spoken to manager Cavin Johnson who has made it clear what is expected.
“Every day we have one-on-one meetings. He tells me what I need to fix and those things I work very hard on and do extras to be able to maintain my fitness.
“What is important for me is that whenever any coach gives me an opportunity to play, I must work for the team. It’s important. Even at training, I work very hard.
“I don’t have any regrets about coming here. I think I’m at the right club to be able to grow and move forward.
“I think in no time those old days will come back. For now, it is just to get fit, and we did a wonderful job during the preseason, and I think going forward, things will be fine,” he said.
