I love everything about football

Soccer Laduma: Hi Shandre, thanks for taking time out to speak to Soccer Laduma readers. You have really caught the eye of football lovers with your displays since making the step up to the SuperSport United first team at the beginning of this season. But first things first, where does scoring a brace against Orlando Pirates just before Christmas last year fit into your highlights?

Shandre Campbell: It fits in perfectly because it was the perfect Christmas gift for the SuperSport family, and it contributed a lot to my profile.

SL: So, why did you join Matsatsantsa? SC: I’ve always been with SuperSport United, so it was always in my heart.

SL: Your goals? SC:

My goal for 2024 is to a better football player. I want to be a game changer, score more goals, and have more assists. I also want to win trophies with the team and individual awards. If I achieve all these, I’m sure I’ll have an opportunity to play abroad.

SL: What do you enjoy about your position? SC:

Setting up goals and scoring myself. You need to have skill, speed, and great endurance levels to play as a winger.

SL: You mention setting up goals and scoring yourself. But between the two, which is more fun?

SC: Both are amazingly satisfying. The feeling you get when assisting a teammate and when scoring… priceless.

SL: What are your strengths as a player? SC:

Speed and skill. I can take on defenders one v one, hold them off to protect the ball and outsprint them if needed.

SL: Tell us about the areas of your game are focusing on.

SC: My one v ones, free kicks, and shots from outside the box. you

SL: Do you have someone who is guiding you? SC: Yes, my parents. And God watches over my life as I go through the journey.

SL: Who is your football hero? SC: Cristiano Ronaldo. He works hard, he’s disciplined, and has this amazing belief in his abilities to make his dreams a reality.

SL: What do you love about the game?

SC:

What I love about football is that it’s a sport you can play with love and passion and it’s a very special career. I also love football for the freedom it offers.

SL: What don’t you like? SC:

I love everything about football, the nerves, the adrenaline, training and game preparation, and the stadium atmosphere.

SL: When you watch football live or on TV, are you working or watching just like an ordinary fan out there?

SC: I watch tactics, player movements, especially wingers, to see how they position themreaction selves to receive the ball and their after losing the ball.

SL: What is the best advice you have been given?

SC: ‘You don’t lose what you learn but learn with a purpose.’ That was from coach Gavin Hunt.

SL: Please share your advice to aspiring footballers.

SC: Without goals, dreams are just dreams. So, set your goals with timeframes and make sure you stick to the plan. It might take a while, don’t give up, be patient and watch the process unfold.

SL: Which boots do you play in? SC: PUMA FUTURE Ultimate 7. Boots made for creative players like me.

SL: Why did you decide to partner with the brand?

SC: It’s the best global brand. I love their comare mitment to players and how they growing the sport. Secondly, they offer high-end perand formance and lifestyle apparel footwear. But more importantly, the people at PUMA have been very hands-on and accommodating.

SL: What social media content do you share? SC: I am active on Instagram and TikTok. I share football advice and photos of the games I play.