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Why Khune Blames Baxter For Kaizer Chiefs Struggles
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Why Khune Blames Baxter For Kaizer Chiefs Struggles

Khune only made one appearance for the Glamour Boys last season, but since then, he has spoken out about his "weight" problems, which hindered him then.

Why Khune Blames Baxter For Kaizer Chiefs Struggles

Itumeleng Khune, the goalkeeper for Kaizer Chiefs, has questioned the strategies used by a previous Amakhosi coach.

The Bafana Bafana icon claims that the ex-goalkeeper coach Lee Baxter seriously harmed his career by failing to communicate with him about his physical condition.

Khune only made one appearance for the Glamour Boys last season, but since then, he has spoken out about his "weight" problems, which hindered him then.

KHUNE TALKS ABOUT KAIZER CHIEFS' ISSUES FROM LAST SEASON

"I guess frustration was the main emotion most of the time. The Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper told iDiski Times, "That's because I'm one of those players that never questions the coaches on why I'm not playing or getting picked.

Itumeleng Khune Itumeleng Khune: image source@twitter.com/kaizerchiefs

"So, I would drive home again as soon as I got there. I would question myself. That is precisely

"I knew I was working hard and performing well throughout every session, but once I got home, I'd unwind. Without being conscious that I was gaining weight, I would eat anything and everything. You remember that honeymoon period? My wife would treat me well. Because I would evaluate myself on the field, I wouldn't notice.

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