Kaizer Chiefs legend Itumeleng Khune and current head coach Fernando Da Cruz have shared different views on the club's penalty-taking decisions as Amakhosi prepare for their Carling Cup semi-final clash against Mamelodi Sundowns.

The issue has become a talking point among Chiefs supporters, particularly following recent events during their quarter-final victory. Fans are now debating which players should be trusted to take penalties if the upcoming semi-final is decided by a shootout.

The discussion follows Kaizer Chiefs' 2-1 victory over Siwelele FC on November 8 at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium, a result that secured their place in the semi-finals of the competition.

However, the match attracted attention because of the penalty incidents involving midfielder Mduduzi Shabalala and forward Wandile Duba.

Chiefs had an opportunity to level the score in the first half when they were awarded a penalty, but Shabalala failed to convert after sending his effort over the crossbar.

Amakhosi were later awarded another penalty, with Duba stepping forward to take responsibility. The forward successfully converted his effort, bringing Chiefs level just before half-time.

Following the match, former Chiefs goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune questioned why Shabalala had been selected to take the first penalty instead of Duba. Khune felt that Duba's confidence and impressive scoring form made him a better option to take both penalties.

Duba has been enjoying a good run in front of goal and previously demonstrated his quality by scoring a hat-trick against TS Galaxy.

However, Da Cruz has defended Shabalala, explaining that missing a penalty should not affect a player's confidence because such situations are part of football. The French coach also revealed that Chiefs have several players who can take penalties, although the final decision depends on the circumstances of the match and the players' confidence at that particular moment.

The debate has become more important as Kaizer Chiefs prepare to face Mamelodi Sundowns in the Carling Cup semi-final. With Sundowns regarded as one of the toughest opponents in South African football, there is a possibility that the encounter could be decided through a penalty shootout.

If Amakhosi want to reach the final, they will need reliable penalty takers who can handle the pressure when called upon.

Depending on their availability and fitness, players such as Wandile Duba, Mduduzi Shabalala, Pule Mmodi, Mfundo Vilakazi and Elias Mokwana could be considered among the possible options.

The big question now is which five Kaizer Chiefs players should be trusted to take penalties if their semi-final against Mamelodi Sundowns goes to a shootout.

The debate has given Amakhosi supporters an opportunity to share their opinions, select their preferred penalty takers and explain why they believe those players deserve the responsibility.

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