Patrick ‘Tito’ Maswanganyi has opened up about his approach to showboating, explaining why he has become less interested in performing tricks since moving away from South African football.

The attacking midfielder, who previously represented Orlando Pirates, is known for his technical ability, creativity and confidence when taking on opponents. His style has often attracted attention from supporters who enjoy watching players express themselves through individual skills.

However, Maswanganyi has revealed that his attitude towards showboating has changed, particularly because he is no longer playing in South Africa.

Speaking about the subject, he explained that his coach encourages him to perform skills during matches, but he personally does not always feel motivated to do so in his current football environment.

“Yeah, well, my coach wants me to do them \[skills\]. But in terms of myself, I don’t feel like doing them because I’m not in South Africa."

His comments also reflect his belief that showboating is closely connected to South African football culture, where supporters often appreciate entertaining displays of individual talent.

For Maswanganyi, skills and tricks have traditionally been part of the way football is enjoyed and expressed in South Africa. However, playing abroad has seemingly influenced how he approaches that aspect of his game.

The midfielder's remarks highlight the differences players can experience when moving between football environments. What is celebrated in one league may be viewed differently in another, depending on the expectations of coaches, supporters and opponents.

Despite his current reservations, Maswanganyi's comments suggest that he has not completely abandoned his flair. His coach still encourages him to use those abilities, even if he chooses when to display them.

His perspective is likely to generate discussion among South African football supporters, particularly those who believe skills and creativity are an important part of the local game's identity.

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