Bimenyimana names two Kaizer Chiefs mates in his ‘Ultimate XI'
The Burundian international spent one season at Naturena back in 2022.
The towering attacker has already played for 11 professional clubs, meaning he had a big basket of teammates to choose from. Let's see who made the cut from Naturena.
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Speaking to Akeza Sports, Bonfils-Caleb Bimenyimana named his ultimate XI.
In defence he included former Kaizer Chiefs teammate Edmilson Dove while on the wing Mduduzi Shabalala also made the cut. Bimenyimana then placed himself up front.
Bonfils-Caleb Bimenyimana made 21 appearances for Kaizer Chiefs. The attacker scored an impressive eight goals while assisting one more for the club.
He's currently on the books of Algerian giants USM Alger. He scored three goals for them last season in 13 appearances, as per Transfermarkt.
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Was Caleb given a fair chance at Naturena?
Was Bimenyimana given a fair chance to shine at Kaizer Chiefs? Considering his goals to games ratio, did he deserve at least another season at the club?
Let us know by clicking on the comment tab below this article or by also emailing info@thesouthafrican.com or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. You can also follow @TheSAnews on X and The South African on Facebook for the latest news.
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