Kaizer Chiefs’ coach Ernst Middendorp will have a tough task on his hands when it comes to selecting his starting midfielders, particularly since George Maluleka has left Amakhosi for Mamelodi Sundowns. ‘Mido’ signed a pre-contract with Masandawana in March, days before Premier Soccer League (PSL) chairman Irvin Khoza confirmed the suspension of football. In late June, Kaizer Chiefs announced that they would not be extended the 31-Year-Old midfielder’s contract for the remainder of the season. ‘Mido’ was a mainstay in Chiefs central midfield, meaning his departure raises questions as to whether Middendorp will deploy Kearyn Baccus to fill the void.

Speaking on SL Radio’s The Carwash podcast, PSL legend Teko Modise argued: “I think it would suicidal for the coach not [to] use Baccus because of the qualities that he has. Plus, he’s been playing [regularly] so to bring back Nthangase would be so much pressure for the boy to perform, and these are the games where you need people who are ready to perform and do it for the team.”

Former Ajax Cape Town goalkeeper Sean Roberts added, “I believe he’s going to be the replacement, to be honest. He’s able to go forward, he does very well defensively, he’s impressed me massively in the games that he’s played. The key is to have Katsande there, and whoever’s gonna play next to him and I do believe it will be Baccus.”

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- 10 Quickfire Questions With Edmilson Dove (48:33)
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- This week in football history (1:00:07)

Former Kaizer Chiefs & Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Brian Baloyi is one the most decorated and highly-rated goalkeepers in the history of South African football. Nicknamed ‘Spiderman’ for his impressive reflexes, Baloyi won 1 NSL title, 3 PSL titles, 2 MTN8 titles, 2 Nedbank Cups, 4 Telkom Knockout trophies & 1 CAF African Cup Winner’s Cup in his 20-year playing career. Speaking to SL Radio as a stand-in host during the Carwash, the now-retired legend picked his top 5 PSL era goalkeepers.

Joining Baloyi as co-host during the show is four-time PSL winning coach Gordon Igesund, who also weighs in with his favourites goalkeepers, expanding the list to include shot-stoppers from before the PSL era. While there are many familiar names on both Baloyi & Igesund’s lists, Carwash host and former Ajax Cape Town goalie Sean Roberts might not enjoy finding out who was left out! Listen to the full podcast and hear the Baloyi and Igesund's lists.

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Few coaches in the league have a resume like former Orlando Pirates & Mamelodi Sundowns mentor Gordon Igesund. His experience is particularly unique as he remains the only coach to win the PSL four times, with four different teams, having done so with Manning Rangers, Santos, Pirates & Sundowns. Joining the Carwash podcast as a guest host, Igesund discussed the difficulties of coaching a Big Three team, stating “Fantastic, fantastic [experience] to coach those teams, but a lot of pressure”.

He continues “It’s because the expectations are so high. At Sundowns, you can go buy any player you want to buy, and go win a championship, you’re not short of anything. At Pirates it’s the same thing, the supporters only want success and it’s very difficult and I think it’s more important to know there, that you’ve got to man-manage the players a lot more than coaching. And the biggest job managing those teams is managing the players who aren’t playing”.

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Will Chiefs’ Transfer Targets Wait? The Carwash Crew Debates.

Back in February, Soweto giants Kaizer Chiefs were banned for two transfer window periods as punishment for their allegedly unlawful signing of Madagascar international Andriamirado "Dax" Andrianarimanana in 2018. The ruling means that Amakhosi are unable to sign new players until June 2021. While Chiefs planned to appeal the ruling, this process was delayed by the global coronavirus pandemic, and the new date for their appeal proceedings is set for after the current transfer window in September.

If this ruling stands, any current Chiefs targets would have to wait until September for Amakhosi to make their appeal, which would potentially allow them to sign in January 2021. In the latest episode of The Carwash, former Orlando Pirates star Teko Modise debates whether players would be willing to wait that long for the opportunity. “Of course it’s a big risk for players, but it’s also an opportunity that comes once in a lifetime. But I think those who will benefit with this are the ones with their own clearances in hand waiting for Kaizer Chiefs”, he stated on SL Radio.

Former Ajax Cape Town goalkeeper Sean Roberts added “If [the ban] does get lifted, and I have a sneaky suspicion it will, and the players are still in demand then they’re cashing in you know? But it’s a massive risk, what do you do? Do you say no to another club just on the hope that a ban doesn’t get lifted? It’s a tough one, I wouldn’t like to be in their shoes”.

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- Chiefs Transfer Ban- Will Players Wait To Sign? (51:50)

According to reports, Kaizer Chief’s interest in Gavin Hunt remains despite the Bidvest Wits coach stating that he would prefer not to work for a Big 3 team. Rumours surrounding Amakhosi mentor Ernst Middendorp’s have persisted, and it has been suggested that Middendorp could leave even if Chiefs win the Absa Premiership title.

During a recent online press conference which Gavin Hunt gave to the South African Football Journalist's Association, he seemed to categorically deny any rumours linking him with a move away from The Students. While discussing a meeting which he had with an unnamed chairman, Hunt stated “I said, 'Mr Chairman, there's only one problem here, you've got four to five bosses here, I'm the boss'". Despite this, Amakhosi’s interest hasn’t wavered.

In episode 28 of The Carwash podcast, the crew break down how Mamelodi Sundowns owner Patrice Motsepe spends his money at the club, in light of reports that his total bill comes to around R100 million every year. Former Masandawana midfielder Teko Modise provides insight into the billionaire’s relationship with coach Pitso Mosimane, and how they made the team more competitive in the CAF Champion’s League.

In light of his recent 4-year contract extension with the Brazilians, Pitso’s role in Patrice’s grand plan is applauded, with his suggested travel arrangements central to Sundown’s continental success. The gents also discuss Bafana Bafana international Dean Furman’s departure from SuperSport United, with the 2-time Nedbank Cup & MTN8 champion moving to England.