Aucho on what makes Mayele a top striker as he pays tribute to Nabi Nasreddine

Mayele celebrates one of his goals last season. (Yanga Twitter).

STARS ABROAD Aucho on what makes Mayele a top striker as he pays tribute to Nabi Nasreddine

Peter Tabu • 11:53 - 21.06.2023

Aucho, fresh from featuring for the Uganda Cranes against Algeria in the AFCON 2023 Qualifier in Cameroon, revealed that Mayele's competitive spirit and consistency are the reasons for his top performance.

Uganda Cranes assistant captain Khalid Aucho has spoken out on one of Africa's top strikers, currently also his teammate Fiston Mayele.

Aucho, fresh from featuring for the Uganda Cranes against Algeria in the AFCON 2023 Qualifier in Cameroon, revealed that Mayele's competitive spirit and consistency are the reasons for his top performance.

"Fiston is a top forward; what makes him stand out is his competitive nature; he always wants to challenge defenders heads on; if he puts his mind to something, he will ensure he does it," Aucho told Pulse Sports in an exclusive interview.

"Belief is key in life, and Mayele has that every day he walks in for training and match days; he is mentally strong."

Mayele celebrates one of his goals last season (Yanga Twitter)

The DR. Congo forward was in blistering form last season for his side, scoring 17 league goals as Young Africans retained the league; he also played a commanding role in Young Africans' continental campaign, scoring seven goals as they reached the final.

Even though the 'predator' still has a year remaining on his current contract, he has been a subject of discussion, being linked to several clubs on the African continent like Soweto giants Kaizer Chiefs, Sudanese giants Al Hilal and from Saudi Arabia.

Mayele (left) and Aucho (right) during training at Yanga. (Yanga Twitter).

Khalid Aucho also appreciated former coach Nabi Nasreddine, who he closely worked with for two seasons until he left the club this month, opting not to renew his contract.

"Coach Nabi is a father figure to me, a good friend and very understanding because he always shared advice with me, and I learnt a lot during the time I spent with him; I wish him all the best," Aucho added.

The Tunisian tactician, who is yet to announce his next destination won six titles while at the club and also led 'Tiimu ya Wanainchi' to the finals of the CAF Confederation Cup, where they lost to Algeria's USM Alger on the way to goals rule.

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