The left winger who joined the club during the January transfer window in 2007 made his first appearance for the club when he came on as a substitute against BIDVest Wits during a league game in August 2007.

Standing on the verge of notching up a century of games for Chiefs, Tshabalala said of closing in on this special achievement, “when I joined Chiefs in 2007 I had big ambitions, and I set out to achieve big things. I am grateful that since joining the club I have been able to do that, I can’t believe that I have played so many games.”

Nearing a special milestone with Chiefs, Tshabalala is hoping to continue playing a part in the team’s success.

“I have won two trophies with Chiefs and would like to win many more with the team.

Since I joined the club I have enjoyed every game that I have played in and hopefully we can achieve big things this season.”

Tshabalala could reach his 100th game should he feature for Chiefs against Santos in a league game on Wednesday evening.

Of the prospect of reaching his century he said, “it will be an emotional moment for me when I do play my hundredth game.

I am very excited at the prospect of playing in 100 matches, not everyone gets the chance to play at this level for a team like Chiefs for so many games.

I hope the guys and I will be able to win the game, you want to mark such a milestone with a victory.

I am very pleased to be following in the footsteps of many great players who have played for this wonderful team in the past.”

Siphiwe Tshabalala Kaizer Chiefs Appearances:

2007 - 2008


29

2008 - 2009


36

2009 - 2010


27

2010 - 2011


7

*Includes league and cup as well as substitute appearances