Ajax Cape Town attacker Erwin Isaacs is enjoying his new right-back role under the guidance of head coach Stanley Menzo.

Menzo has deployed the 29-year-old attacking winger in a more defensive role at right back, aiming to give the Urban Warriors more momentum.

The former Santos attacker is enjoying his new position while working hard to improve his defensive abilities.

‘I’m really enjoying my new role in the team as it gives me the freedom to go on the attack and to go on the overlap when required,’ Isaacs told KickOff.com.

‘I admire the former Barcelona player Dani Alves for the way he surges forward and tracks back when they’ve lost possession. I’m also enjoying my football more. I do think I can work on my defensive abilities to become a better defender.’

According to Isaacs the team’s performance has improved since the Menzo appointment, but warns they have to be cautious going into their next match against Mamelodi Sundowns.

‘One can clearly see the improvements in the team, on and off the field. Things are looking up for us and we would like to end the year on a positive note.

‘We are aware that we’re playing the African champions and it’s not going to be easy – even on our home ground. But we don’t fear Sundowns with their big-name players. We have shown in the past that we can give them a run for their money.’

Ajax Cape Town meet up with Mamelodi Sundowns at the Cape Town Stadium in the Absa Premiership on Wednesday.

Kick-off is scheduled for 19:30.

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