Daniel Akpeyi will hope to impress new Boss Eric Tinkler, and keep his number spot, as Chippa United attempts to get their season back on track.
Former SuperSport United Coach, Tinkler was named as replacement for the sacked Dan Malesela on Wednesday.
The confirmed the decisions to fire Malesela and hire Tinkler on its official twitter handle.
The Statement read:
Chippa United hereby confirm that it has parted ways with Head Coach Dan Malesela. The Club would like to thank Coach Dan for his contribution to the club over the past and current season and wish him the best with his future endeavours.
The club furthermore wishes to confirm the appointment of Eric Tinkler.
Chippa United hereby confirm that it has parted ways with Head Coach Dan Malesela. The Club would like to thank Coach Dan for his contribution to the club over the past and current season and wish him the best with his future endeavours.
— Chippa United FC (@ChippaUnitedFC) August 22, 2018
The club furthermore wishes to confirm the appointment of Eric Tinkler.
— Chippa United FC (@ChippaUnitedFC) August 22, 2018
Akpeyi has played in all three PSL games, so far, this season for the Chilli Boys, but has failed to keep a clean sheet.
They lost back to back games against Bloemfontein Celtic and Orlando Pirates and had to come from behind to force a draw at home against Black Leopards.