By Lehlohonolo Lehana.
Kaizer Chiefs boss Kaizer Motaung thanked head Cavin Johnson for the three points against Richards Bay over the weekend, which let to the sacking of coach Kaiteno Tembo.
The victory was Chiefs third in a row in the DStv Premiership, and will look to extend that run in their final game of the year on Saturday, when they travel to Polokwane to take on Sekhukhune United.
After that match, Chiefs will not play again until February, with the league taking a break in January for the Africa Cup of Nations finals in the Ivory Coast, which run from January 13 to February 11.
“Christmas is a time of coming together, where most of us are privileged to enjoy some festive leisure time with our families and friends,” said Motaung on the official Chiefs website.
“It is a time of giving too, and we really appreciate the early gift of three precious league points from Coach Cavin Johnson and the team on Saturday, a token of gratitude for your loyal support, for which we are forever grateful.
“It is also a time to perhaps consider the bigger picture and spread the spirit of peace and goodwill around your neighbourhoods and communities, and embrace the unity of humanity that underpins the core message of this deeply meaningful festival.
“Furthermore, it is a time to celebrate, and we hope you will all partake in joyous and hearty festivities. But, please remember to remain respectful and non-violent towards others.
“Have a Blessed and happy day, and we look forward to seeing you in Polokwane on Saturday for our final match of the year.
“On behalf of the Kaizer Chiefs Family, I wish the entire Khosi Nation a peaceful, Merry Christmas!”
Motaung was inducted into the South African Hall of Fame on 9 November for his contributions to the sport for more than six decades.
He is a former South African association football player, and the founder and chair of Kaizer Chiefs Football Club.
Previous inductees include former President Nelson Mandela, golf legend Gary Player, the 1995 and 2007 Springbok Rugby World Cup winning teams, Archbishop Desmond Tutu and the 1995 African Nations Cup-winning Bafana Bafana team.