With three rounds of robin stage in the Varsity Men’s Football competition passed, VUT Men’s Football is yet to find its form that will see the team make it to the last four elite teams of the campaign.
The highly promising Mavuti midfielder Lucky Raphala has admitted that the men from the Vaal have had some good moments but still have much to do to ensure positive fate for themselves.
“The season has been a bit of a rollercoaster ride, but I'm proud of my team and our efforts. We've faced our fair share of challenges, but we've also had some great moments too. We've had to learn from our mistakes and adjust our game plan, and that's part of the journey” said Raphala.
Dubbed as one of VUT’s ‘key players’ by his coach and mentor Sibusiso Mokondo, Raphala explained the difference of this season for him as he shoulders high expectations on himself as an individual player.
“It's definitely a lot of pressure to live up to the expectations of being the ‘next big thing’ after star players leave. But I'm trying to take it in and focus on what I can control. I'm doing my best to stay motivated, work on my skills, and to be a good teammate.”
The highly praised Mavuti danger man has already marked his sense of responsibility after he scored one of the goals in his teams four-goals-haul, 4-1, victory over defending champions TUT.
Raphala has revealed the ultimate goal for him and his team.
“It's important to remember that football is a team sport, and while individual performances are important, the ultimate goal is to win as a team,” Raphala added.
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By: Mpendulo Letsoalo
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