“The match against Chiefs is an important one for us because we really need the three points to maintain our good start in the league. We are very much aware that they will come hard at us because they want revenge, but I know we’ll handle them well”

“We have already set a standard for ourselves by beating Chiefs 4-1, now we have to maintain it. We will not put ourselves under any pressure by thinking about the score line, but rather to bag the three points – that’s the most important part”

Kekana added that he is particularly pleased with the team spirit and the contribution the by the new recruits to the team.

“The team spirit amongst the guys is at an all time high. The new guys in the team have raised the level of competition, and that can only lead to a stronger squad. The fact that the most of the new players are doing so well and are contributing to the team’s good start motivates the rest of the guys to work even harder”

As far as his individual performance is concerned, the Zebediela-born player says he pleased with how he has fared so far, adding that there are still some areas of his game that he is working on sharpening.

After scoring the beautiful goal for Sundowns against Moroka Swallows Kekana broke into a hectic celebration. While some may wonder what the celebration was about, ‘Boom’ explained that his celebration is based on a Ndebele dance, which he was taught by his sister, Grace Kekana.

“My celebration is from a Ndebele dance that I used to do even as kid. My sister (Grace) has helped me perfect the dance, and I’m grateful to her.

The match will be played at the Soccer City Complex on Wednesday, and kickoff is at 19h30. Tickets are available at Computicket and Shoprite stores.