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Ex-Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates star Mahlangu on how he almost threw career away

His career lasted for 15 years despite struggling with off-field issues such as alcohol and disappearing on match days at Amakhosi

Former Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates midfielder Jabu 'Pule' Mahlangu has recalled how he threw away his football career during his playing days.

Mahlangu, previously known as Pule, had a successful five-year stint with Amakhosi between 1999 and 2004 despite his off-the-field issues.

He described himself as a cat with nine lives after surviving two horrible accidents and still managed to continue playing football until 2014.

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"I describe myself as a cat.