Finland-based South African physical trainer and coach, Leroy Maluka, recently shared an inspiring story of his meeting with Premier League star and Bafana Bafana striker, Lyle Foster. Maluka, who visited England as part of his recent trip, spoke exclusively to the Siya crew about his experience.
Maluka said, “I had already spoken to Lyle before I went there through my friend during the pre-season. Going there was just about meeting up with him for the first time and having a chat in Afrikaans, for example. That was a bit of an unusual situation but it was nice being able to have that conversation.”
Maluka has been impressed with Foster’s work-rate and progress in his first season in the Premier League. He said, “Lyle has got a lot to give to the game. He’s just getting started, I feel. He is a very key player for the team and he’s going to
score a lot more goals in the season. I don’t know how many he can score but he’s a player that as long as he is on the field he can deliver. You can expect goals from him and he’s an important player for the team and it’s nice to see him taking the opportunity and doing this well.”
Maluka’s inspiring story of his meeting with the Bafana Bafana striker is a testament to Foster’s hard work and dedication. Fans of the Premier League and the national team can expect to see more goals from the former Orlando Pirates striker in the upcoming season.
