Orlando Pirates reserves coach Joseph Makhanya has highlighted a crucial element that should not be missing when Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates reserve teams clash in the DDC Soweto derby.
This clash will take place on Sunday afternoon after at the Dr. Petrus Molemela Stadium at 3 PM.
This match will follow the DDC clash between Lamontville Golden Arrows and AmaZulu FC at 1 PM at the same venue.
Makhanya emphasized that while the derby should involve tactical elements, it's crucial that the players are allowed to enjoy the experience of the Soweto derby.
He believes this enjoyment is vital in preparing them for the pressure of the senior Soweto derby, which is played before crowds exceeding 90,000 fans.
MAKHANYA SAYS PLAYERS MUST BE ALLOWED TO ENJOY IN DDC SOWETO DERBY
“I’ve played this fixture before, this is my third season in the DDC. The first season we won two of those fixtures with the likes of Relebohile Mofokeng. We won home and away,” Makhanya told iDiski Times.
“In the second season, we drew one and lost one. This season we’ve lost one so it tells you it’s a fixture that comes with a lot of demand, but as long as players go in take and embrace the experience they get on a derby.
“It’s a mini-derby where they got to learn when you play in front of the 90,000 supporters at FNB Stadium what does it feel like so it gives us kneepads.
“We would obviously want to make sure that at least we do well but also not taking away the fun part of it and the enjoyment of these players making sure they enjoy every moment.”
