“We have the talent in South Africa but the passion and the love is questionable,” he reflected. Over and above administrative improvements, he passed the gauntlet to the players to elevate themselves.
“The talent is there - we’re not far off. If we can invest more in the element of professionalism away from the game, it would be absolutely brilliant.”
With Burnley’s Lyle Foster being the sole South African player in this upcoming Premier League season, his advice to Vincent Kompany’s target man was simple.
“The first three years are very important. Dig deep and put your head down and you would’ve achieved your goal. Where you are, give 100% effort and do your best to improve your game.”
In a campaign that Radebe described as a “joy and honour” to be a part of, fans have had an opportunity to vote for eleven (11) of their favourite African players from a pool of 30, with voting closing on 30 June 2023.
The media event was a precursor for another media event in Lagos on Wednesday, 05 July before the Gala Dinner, also in Lagos on Thursday 06 July 2023. There, the PL 30 Africa XI, voted by the fans, will be revealed in a glitzy evening befitting of Africa’s PL Kings.
