'It's one of the reasons Kaizer Chiefs have so many fans'

A former Kaizer Chiefs striker has given his verdict on the showboating on display during Kaizer Chiefs' 3-1 win over AS Simba on Sunday. The topic of showboating has come up at Kaizer Chiefs after the Soweto giants turned on the magic en route to sealing qualification into the CAF Confederation Cup group stage over the weekend. During a 3-1 victory over AS Simba from the DRC in the second leg of the second preliminary round tie, Chiefs evoked memories of their golden years when they first began showboating, delighting the crowd with their touches. Former striker Benjamin Reed believes that separating showboating from Amakhosi is akin to removing sugar from tea - simply impossible. READ: Pirates' breather done post Champions League disappointment He reflects on legendary players like Ace Khuse, Siphiwe Tshabalala, Doctor Khumalo, and Emmanuel Ngobese, who all entertained fans with their unique skills while wearing the famous Gold and Black colours. "As long as it brings positive results, I support showboating," Reed tells KickOff.com. "Showboating is not meant to disrespect the opposition; it's intended to instill fear. It's one of the reasons Kaizer Chiefs have so many fans, as many were attracted by this style of play. "There has always been a Doctor Khumalo in each squad, doing it with purpose. His teammates understood his actions. They knew it was a way to energize the supporters so they would continue cheering for the team. "This, believe me, also impacts the opponents," he added. The man who also played for Bloemfontein Celtic cites Teenage Dladla, who would perform tricks on the touchline to get the crowd chanting, 'Tso! Tso! Tso!', emphasizing that showboating is deeply rooted in the club's culture. READ: Chiefs sweating over key player's recovery Reed also mentions the late Ace Ntsoelengoe, who would casually walk with the ball in high-pressure situations to slow the game down, while his teammates anticipated what would come next. "In this match on Saturday, Chiefs triumphed using the South African way. "It's our culture here. "In the past, Chiefs would scout local tournaments or even mines to discover players with showboating skills."