Khulumani Ndamane

SCOUTING REPORT

Full Name: Khulumani Ndamane
Date of Birth: February 5, 2004
Position: Center-back
Club: TS Galaxy FC
Foot: Right

Physical Attributes:

Athletic and strong build, allowing him to win duels
Good balance and agility for a center-back
Above-average speed for a defender

Defensive Skills:

Excellent positioning and game reading, rarely caught out of place
Strong in duels, particularly aerial battles
Well-timed tackles but occasionally too aggressive
Reliable in 1v1 situations, rarely allows attackers to get past him
Capable of covering a large area and correcting teammates’ mistakes

Passing and Distribution:

Accurate and safe passing, prefers short and medium-range passes
Capable of progressive passes but not a primary playmaker from the back
Can carry the ball out of defense under pressure
Uses long passes when necessary to switch play

Physical and Mental Strength:

Maintains high intensity throughout 90 minutes
Displays mental toughness and confidence
Adapts well to tactical instructions
Disciplined but occasionally receives yellow cards for aggressive tackles

2024/2025 Season Stats:

Total Appearances: 21
Betway Premiership: 18 appearances
Carling Knockout: 2 appearances
Nedbank Cup: 1 appearance
Total Minutes: 1,841
Goals: 0
Assists: 0
Yellow Cards: 4
Red Cards: 0

Conclusion:

Khulumani Ndamane is a promising young defender who already exhibits the qualities of a mature player. His game reading ability, physical strength, and duel-winning capacity make him a reliable center-back. While he is not a creative distributor, his accurate passing and ability to carry the ball from the back significantly contribute to his team’s play. He has the potential for further development and could become a key defender in stronger leagues.

Recommendation: Monitor his progress in the next season, focusing on improving ball distribution and avoiding unnecessary fouls.

Sports Director