Orlando Pirates legend Benedict Vilakazi has made an emotional appeal to Kaizer Chiefs to accomplish the seemingly impossible by stopping Mamelodi Sundowns from securing another Betway Premiership title. With Sundowns currently five points clear of Pirates and just three matches remaining in the season, the mathematical advantage appears firmly in Masandawana's corner. However, Vilakazi refuses to surrender hope, urging Chiefs to deliver a result that could keep the title race competitive heading into the final stretch.
Speaking to iDiski TV, Vilakazi acknowledged the harsh reality that Sundowns are well-positioned to claim their ninth league crown, yet expressed his fervent wish for a disruption to their dominance. He emphasized the concerning implications of another Sundowns victory, particularly given the squad's composition and potential longevity at the top. With an average player age of around 28, Vilakazi warned that the current Sundowns side could maintain their winning trajectory for another four to five years, sustained by their tempo, attitude, and consistent performances.
The former Pirates star stressed that allowing Sundowns to secure this title could create a cascading effect of difficulty for rival clubs in future seasons. Beyond hoping for a Chiefs upset, Vilakazi expressed optimism that other PSL sides facing Sundowns before the campaign concludes might still deliver unexpected results. Meanwhile, Pirates themselves must navigate their own path, facing Stellenbosch on Tuesday while remaining dependent on Sundowns dropping points against Chiefs to maintain any realistic title aspirations.