Zwane wants 'hunger and desire' from Khune as he 'came to the party' in Stellenbosch

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Arthur Zwane says he wants Itumeleng Khune to show more "hunger and desire" after the veteran goalkeeper returned to the starting XI, earning heroic plaudits for his performance against Stellenbosch in the MTN8 quarter-final on Sunday.

The Danie Craven Stadium was sold-out, with fans squeezing into the arena to witness how the action unfolded. They chanted, "Khune! Khune! Khune!" as it echoed around the venue when the match went to extra-time after both teams failed to break the 1-1 scoreline.

The 35-year-old shot-stopper had not started in goal all season for Amakhosi as Zwane prefers Brandon Petersen and Bruce Bvuma ahead of the fan-favourite gloveman.

But Zwane made several changes to his side that have performed underwhelmingly since the campaign started in early August.

Khune, Sifiso Hlanti and Lehlogonolo Matlou all started for the first time this season against Stellies, while Ashley Du Preez returned to the line-up following an injury.

Speaking to the media after the game, Zwane expressed his delight in seeing Khune coming to the party following his two saves during the penalty shootout that secured the win for Chiefs.

"I wanted him to show a little bit [of] hunger and that desire because a fully fit Itu can give you a lot of things on the field," said Zwane.

"He can lead the team. He can inspire a lot of young players. If he becomes a good example, then he makes our life easy.

"Fortunately, today he came to the party after quite some time as well of not playing, but I think he showed his leadership skills and commitment.

"He led the team very well at the back, even though, like I said, we could've done better in some instances.

"I think if my memory serves me well, he kept us in the game; he