Heartwarming photos of Kaizer Chiefs wonderkid Mfundo Vilakazi with his childhood coach Skhumbuzo ‘Zola 7’ go viral.
Kaizer Chiefs wonderkind Mfundo Vilakazi is trending after his photos with his childhood coach made rounds on the internet.
The now-viral photos have gained thousands of comments and reactions since they dropped on the internet.
PHOTOS OF KAIZER CHIEFS STAR MFUNDO VILAKAZI WITH HIS CHILDHOOD COACH GO VIRAL
The photos were first shared on Facebook by the popular football blog Mzansi Football, which shared a series of photos of Mfundo Vilakazi with his childhood coach.
The blog also shared many old photos of the now-famous star sensation.
Mzansi Football posted, “Coach Skhumbuzo aka Zola 7 with Mfundo Vilakazi (Goalkeeper) during their days at Zola Seven Stars. The kid hasn’t forgotten where he comes from.”
Mzansi has undoubtedly been trying to determine when the photos were taken. However, others were quick to praise Mfundo Vilakazi with a heartwarming gesture.
Some fans found it puzzling that the pacey winger was once a goalkeeper during his early career.
CAREER
Mfundo Vilakazi reportedly started his youth career with Zola Seven Stars under Coach Skhumbuzo, affectionately known as Zola 7.
However, little is known about whether the star played for another youth team before settling at Kaizer Chiefs Youth Academy. Mfundo Vilakazi had his shot to fame in 2023; the rest was history.
After being promoted from the Kaizer Chiefs reserve team, Mfundo made his professional debut in February 2024 during the Nedbank Cup Round of 32 clash with Milford FC.
In March, he made his second first-team appearance in a Premier Soccer League tie, the Soweto Derby against Orlando Pirates.
LONG-TERM CONTRACT WITH AMAKHOSI
After his two first-team appearances, the 18-year-old was tied down by Kaizer Chiefs with a long-term deal. Mfundo Vilakazi’s contract will see him at Kaizer Chiefs until June 2028.
After sealing his long-term stay with the Soweto giants, Mfundo Vilakazi expressed his gratitude for everything.
“I’m happy and excited to have a contract with a big club like Chiefs. It has always been my dream from a young age to play for the senior team and represent Kaizer Chiefs,” Vilakazi told Chiefs’ website.
Mfundo Vilakazi has since wowed Kaizer Chiefs fans with his moments of brilliance this season. He has since opened his goal account and has been said to be one of the stars to look out for this season.