Chairman Biyela prioritises goals over Mhango’s past behaviour

RICHARDS Bay chairman Sifiso “Jomo” Biyela has defended the club’s decision to sign Gabadinho Mhango, insisting goals matter more than the striker’s controversial off-field reputation and drinking history.

- SMISO MSOMI

Speaking at the club’s unveiling of new signings in KwaZulu-Natal on Tuesday, Biyela refused to be drawn into a moral debate over Mhango’s lifestyle, saying he’s more interested in getting goals from the veteran forward than judging his past mistakes.

“I am not in a position of judging people. I am not Jesus. My role is to support people, try and get the best out of people,” Biyela said when asked whether Mhango would undergo counselling.

“Most of the time I look at the positive side of things and try as a father figure to deal with the negative side of things.”