Tinkler defiant as Sekhukhune's CAF hopes hang in the balance

THE continental football goal that Eric Tinkler was tasked with achieving at Sekhukhune United is looking unlikely.

- MATSHELANE MAMABOLO

However, South Africa's famed ginger remains unfazed about his future.

Tinkler must guide Sekhukhune to victory in their final Betway Premier-ship clash away to Golden Arrows and hope that Stellenbosch FC drop points against Cape Town City on Saturday if they are to secure third place the position that guarantees qualification for the CAF Confederation Cup.

That was the mandate handed to him when he joined Sekhukhune mid-way through the season as a replace-ment for Lehlohonolo Seema, but failure to meet it does not necessarily mean he will be sacked. “I don't think that’s the case. It’s too early for that,” was Tinkler’s curt response when asked whether he fears for his job.

As it stands, the experienced coach - who has led numerous local clubs and enjoyed credible runs in continental competitions believes he has done a solid job so far at Sekhukhune.