I like pressure of playing for Chiefs, says Sirino as Cup final looms

THE autumn sun shone brightly over Kaizer Chiefs' base in Naturena on Monday morning, as midfielder Gaston Sirino soaked it all in.

- MIHLALI BALEKA

The Uruguayan addressed the media with composure and clarity, fielding questions with confidence.

His responses were articulate impressive for someone who has only recently learned English. It was as though he had anticipated the questions, hardly hesitating as he expressed himself.

Sirino has shown that same character since his arrival in South Africa, where he achieved domestic success with Mamelodi Sundowns, winning every trophy available.

His performances were so impressive that, at one stage, there were even calls for him to be naturalised and represent Bafana Bafana-though that never materialised.

His unexpected move from Mamelodi Sundowns to Chiefs last season surprised many, given his success with the Tshwane giants.

However, despite Sundowns' recent dominance, Chiefs remain arguably the biggest club in the country, thanks to their rich history and vast support base.