DUT winger Iviwe Sodidi relishing the support from home fans at Harry Gwala Stadium

After spending their debut season last year on the road without any home games, DUT Men’s Football made their first home appearance at a packed Harry Gwala Stadium against TUT where they suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat down in Pietermaritzburg, KZN.

One of the outstanding performers in that match, left-winger Iviwe Sodidi, said the feeling of playing at home in KZN at the Harry Gwala Stadium was amazing and praised the outstanding support from fans.

“Playing at Harry Gwala for DUT's first game in KZN in the Varsity Football competition felt amazing.

There was a lot of energy, the fans were excited, it was a great start to the competition” said Sodidi.

The young star winger displayed fantastic dribbling skills and step-overs, taking on players from the left flank a couple of times in DUT’s season opener, proving his ability as a skillful player which he has disclosed that it is inspired by his local idol young Orlando Pirates sensation, Relobogile Mofokeng.

“My dribbling and my step overs and taking on players is inspired by Relebogile Mofokeng. He uses his skills amazingly on the pitch,” he said.

“I personally improve these skills by practicing a lot, focusing on ball control and confidence on the field. When I take on a player, I think about how I'll beat them, I look for spaces and make quick decisions to play confidently.”

The 20-year-old also praised their new coach Zipho Dlangalala, adding that the tactician’s addition to the team has boosted the squad and as well as his individual performance.

“Coach Zipho's arrival has helped me and the team a lot,” he added.

“He has brought in new tactics and encourages us to improve as players. He really works hard with us to improve our skills and teamwork on the field.”

DUT are back at the Harry Gwala stadium this week Thursday when they take on wounded UFS squad.

Fixtures: HERE 

Tickets: HERE.

By: Mpendulo Letsoalo