Head Coach, Vladimir Vermezovic paid a glowing tribute to young defender, Lucky “Sheriff” Baloyi (18) who was thrown on the deep end against Mamelodi Sundowns on Sunday following the absence of regular defenders, Valery Nahayo (suspended) and Dominic Isaacs (injury).

The national U20 defender, a product of Kaizer Chiefs development made his debut early March against Nathi Lions in the Nedbank Cup.

On Sunday in front of a packed Loftus Versfeld he partnered Thomas Sweswe and had a duty to look after Bafana Bafana striker, Katlego Mpela.

“There were positives out of the game against Mamelodi Sundowns and the notable one being the performance of Lucky Baloyi. He played his heart out today and has a bright future ahead of him. He was up against one of the best strikers in the league, Katlego Mpela but did a good job,” he said.