Kaizer Chiefs defender Edmilson Dove is relishing the chance to continue his impressive form for Amakhosi after returning from injury to make his first appearance in the DStv Premiership this season.

The 29-year-old made his first start for Amakhosi in the league after being sidelined with an injury.

The Mozambique international impressed on his return after he scored the winning goal in their 2-1 victory over Sekhukhune United at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Wednesday.

Dove says he is happy to be back in the starting line up and is relishing to chance to help his side continue their current form in the league after ending their two-game winless run.

“Obviously, it wasn’t how I wanted the season to start for me. It is difficult, as a player, not to be on the field doing what we love, but I just had to deal with it in a positive way and try to focus on my recovery,” Dove told his club’s official website.

“I’m happy now that it’s a thing of the past and I am back with the gents. It was amazing to come back into the team and contribute with a goal and a good performance.

“I have been eager to get back so when my chance came I wanted to play well and contribute to the team, and I am happy I did.

“Obviously, there are areas where I can improve. It wasn’t a 100 percent perfect game, but we learn every day. I should also give credit to my teammates because, at certain times in the match I felt a bit tired, this being my first game and lacking match fitness, but the guys kept pushing me and motivating me to keep going.”

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