A point for Bloemfontein Celtic at home to ailing Maritzburg United on Sunday will represent the best start yet for Phunya Sele Sele to a premiership season as the club’s remarkable turnaround under coach Steve Komphela continues. And midfielder Lantshene Phalane‚ who has played every minute of the campaign‚ says a change in the players’ attitude has played a big role in their improved fortunes‚ even as the club is shrouded in off-field problems as it seeks buyers. “We believe in one another and we trust one another‚ that has been a big difference this season‚” Phalane said. “We are trying to forget what is happening outside the team. We want to focus on helping ourselves and our careers by performing on the pitch. “Coach Steve has been a big influence on us. We needed someone of his calibre to come in with the right tactical plan‚ but he has also brought a confidence to the squad. “We play with a smile on our faces now. He has made us believe in ourselves. We are having fun again.”...
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