Arthur Zwane fears AmaZulu injury crisis if Thando Ngwenya dependency continues
Arthur Zwane has highlighted AmaZulu's lack of depth upfront after Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya suffered cramps late on in their 5-2 midweek defeat to Mamelodi Sundowns.
AmaZulu coach Arthur Zwane has expressed concern over the team's over-reliance on Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya for goal scoring. Ngwenya, a Zimbabwean striker, has been instrumental in AmaZulu's promising season, scoring seven goals across all competitions thus far. However, Zwane acknowledges the risk of depending heavily on a single player, particularly given Ngwenya's previous injury issues.
Last season, Ngwenya missed around two-and-a-half months due to injury, which significantly impacted the team's performance. On Wednesday, during a 5-2 loss to Mamelodi Sundowns, Ngwenya scored both goals for AmaZulu, but coach Zwane warned that the team cannot afford to solely rely on him. Zwane emphasized the need for other forwards to contribute more, noting that the squad currently lacks a prolific striker.
The coach also pointed out that Ngwenya's recent performance at Sundowns seemed affected by the physical demands of the demanding schedule. Zwane faces the challenge of protecting his star player while simultaneously encouraging others to step up and take responsibility for goals. He believes Ngwenya's absence last season would have been a significant blow to AmaZulu, as the team desperately needed him during those crucial months.
The coach's message is clear: while Ngwenya's goals are valuable, AmaZulu cannot build their entire attack around one individual.
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