Bafana Bafana coach Stuart Baxter defends Percy Tau against the critics
Bafana Bafana coach Stuart Baxter has defended Percy Tau after the Belgium-based striker was heckled by supporters at FNB Stadium on Saturday. Baxter's charges romped to a comprehensive 6-0 win against hapless Seychelles in a one-sided 2019 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifier and even though Tau managed to get his name on the score sheet‚ the former Mamelodi Sundowns' star was targeted by fans who thought that he should have scored more goals. The Briton said Tau's commitment to the cause can never be questioned. “I don’t think Percy was complacent‚” said Baxter. “I think he was disappointed with himself on the chances that he missed. “I thought Lebo (Mothiba) led the line well. "I thought he was bullying their centrebacks and making nice runs behind them‚ they never had a moment of peace. “I thought Lebo worked well with Percy. He was a little bit deep and more difficult to pick up. “So I was pleased with Lebo absolutely‚ and I was pleased with the way he combined with Percy.” ...
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