Patrick ‘Tito’ Maswanganyi has shared that his coach at Al Khaldiyah urges him to showcase his flair, though he is reluctant to do so outside of South Africa.

Ex Orlando Pirates player is well known for demonstrating his abilities on the field, which include balancing on the ball. This behavior has drawn criticism from some of his past coaches and fans who believe that, at times, it does not contribute positively to the team performance.

During a conversation with the South African Football Journalists Association (SAFJA) earlier this week, the 28 year old midfielder expressed that he sees showboating as part of South African football culture.

He acknowledged that while he recognizes its relevance during certain moments in a match, there are times he does not intend to engage in it. “Yeah, well, my coach wants me to do them skills,” Tito stated.

“However, personally, I do not feel inclined to perform those skills because I am not in South Africa. Yet, being in South Africa made me feel it reflects our culture, you know. I grew up in Tembisa watching matches, and that is how the game was approached.

“And also, individuals who have watched the older players have told us they exhibited exceptional football. When I view their footage, they were showcasing their skills, you see?

“So I feel that it certainly has its place, but understanding when to do it can be tricky because there are times you might not even realize when it is appropriate or not to perform it.

“Additionally, there are fans who appreciate it and others who oppose it.”

Source: idiskitimes.co.za

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