
‘He will struggle’ – Pirates legend’s blunt verdict on new Chiefs signing Phili
Benedict Vilakazi has questioned whether Kaizer Chiefs’ latest signing Langelihle Phili has enough quality around him to thrive.
THURSDAY, 06 AUGUST 2026, 02:58

Benedict Vilakazi has questioned whether Kaizer Chiefs’ latest signing Langelihle Phili has enough quality around him to thrive.

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