Head coach Cavin Johnson admits Kaizer Chiefs' defensive problems still need a lot of work having conceded four goals in the last two matches and reveals his plan to address lapses in concentration.
Chiefs collected their fourth win of the season in 11 matches and a second in their last five thanks to goals from Edson Castillo, Ranga Chivaviro and Christian Saile, while Luvuyo Phewa and Luke Baartman pulled two back for the Urban Warriors.
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The match also revealed somewhat of a defensive dilemma for Johnson, who had dropped Njabulo Ngcobo and Brandon Petersen for Given Msimango and Itumeleng Khune after Chiefs conceded twice against Golden Arrows, only to concede the same tally against Spurs.
Speaking to media after the match, Johnson admitted that the defensive line needed to improve.
"Yeah, that's not a an overnight solve, I think it's always the pairing of the of the two centre-backs and your left back and your right back how they complement each other," Johnson said.
"Yeah, we've noted that we've conceded four goals, it's not good for a team as big as Kaizer Chiefs but we're just like all other teams, we are looking at it and we will try and repair it.
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Chiefs, who nearly forfeited their two-nil lead against Spurs, have also come under some criticism for lapses of concentration leading to errors and conceding.
"I still have to put my finger on it," Johnson added.
"Like I say the game of football is made in moments and you have got to know how to, I think, the team has to learn how to use those moments to their advantage and not be the same way, like you say in 30 minutes but over 90 minutes.
"So, need to pack a little bit more and emphasise a bit more on how to hold it (momentum), when to hold it and when to at least complete action against the opponent.
"But it's a process and I just hope we have enough time to solve that process and it can be a much better team to watch."
Chiefs to return to action with the Soweto derby where the host Orlando Pirates at FNB Stadium on Saturday. Kick-off is at 15:00
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