Tanzania national team head coach Hemed Suleiman has offered glowing praise for midfielder Feisal Salum, whose impressive performance against Bafana Bafana has further fueled speculation of a potential move to South African giants Kaizer Chiefs.
The 27-year-old Azam FC playmaker, widely reported to be a key target for Amakhosi coach Nassredine Nabi as he looks to reinforce his squad, featured prominently in the international friendly match at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium.
The encounter on Friday, 06 June 2025 ended in a hard-fought goalless draw, with neither side able to break the deadlock.
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Salum played the entire 90 minutes for the Taifa Stars, showcasing the qualities that have reportedly attracted the attention of the Betway Premiership outfit.
Coach Suleiman, impressed by his midfielder’s display, expressed confidence that Salum would seamlessly adapt to the demands of South African football.
“With the way he plays, Feisal will have no problem adjusting to South African football,” remarked a proud Hemed Suleiman, highlighting the player’s suitability for the league.
Against Hugo Broos’ Bafana Bafana, Salum delivered a decent performance, demonstrating his composure and distribution abilities.
Statistical analysis of his outing revealed an impressive 86% passing accuracy, indicating his precision in connecting play. He also registered 38 touches throughout the match, including four crucial long balls, three of which found their intended targets, showcasing his range and vision in initiating attacks.
As the transfer window approaches, the endorsement from his national team coach, coupled with his strong showing against South Africa, will undoubtedly add weight to the ongoing rumours linking Feisal Salum to a highly anticipated move to Kaizer Chiefs.