Asanele Velebayi tells Faiz Abrahams how to handle Kaizer Chiefs pressure

Asanele Velebayi tells Faiz Abrahams how to handle Kaizer Chiefs pressure

Kaizer Chiefs winger Asanele Velebayi has offered new signing Faiz Abrahams some valuable advice as the attacker prepares to experience the huge expectations that come with representing the Soweto giants.

Abrahams joined Chiefs on a season-long loan from Stellenbosch FC with an option to make the move permanent. His arrival adds another attacking option for Fernando Da Cruz as Amakhosi continue building their squad for the 2026/27 campaign.

Velebayi, who knows Abrahams from their previous football journey, believes the youngster must understand that pressure is part of life at Naturena.

The Chiefs winger’s message is simple: Abrahams should focus on what he can control rather than becoming distracted by outside expectations.

At Kaizer Chiefs, every performance is heavily scrutinised, with supporters demanding results and consistency. Velebayi believes the best way for Abrahams to cope is to remain focused, work hard and allow his football to do the talking.

“Try to control what you can,” was the key message attributed to Velebayi in advice to his new teammate.

The arrival of Abrahams also creates greater competition within the Chiefs attack. Velebayi has welcomed that competition, with the increased depth expected to push players to raise their performances.

For Abrahams, the challenge now is to settle quickly, earn Da Cruz’s trust and show Chiefs supporters why the club brought him to Naturena.

With the pressure already building around the new season, Velebayi’s advice could prove valuable as Abrahams begins his journey in the famous gold and black jersey.