Scottland’s Nathan Mutasa must work hard to step out of mother, Pokello Nare’s shadow

Putting aside the fact that he’s Pokello Nare’s son, how do you rate Nathan Panashe Mutasa?

For me, the boy is not that bad.

He has showed glimpses of talent here and there.

Some of his set pieces are a sign, he is not bad.

He just needs further development as well as to be polished through extra training and guidance.

For me, he is an average player.

As an average player, he requires more individual training and more technical coaching, especially being urged to play basic football.

But the potential is there.

He only needs to push himself.

Tonderai Ndiraya has given him ample game time so far this season, compared to other youngsters in the team including gifted Tadiwa Chakuchichi.

Nathan has started in big matches:

Vs Dynamos
Vs Chicken Inn
Vs MWOS.

Unfortunately, in all the games, things haven’t quite gone his way yet.

Personally, I believe his challenges could be more psychological than technical.

Being constantly associated with his mother every time he makes to the field of play, could be heavily affecting hisself esteem.

Maybe it’s overshadowing his own identity.

On top of that, there’s the stereotype that because he comes from an affluent background, so he doesn’t have the hunger or grit needed for football, a sport mostly associated with us Ghetto Youths.

It’s a heavy burden to carry for the youngster, but he must stay mentally strong.

He should take inspiration from Walter Musona.

Now two time Soccer Star of the Year Award winner, Wale faced comparisons to his brother, Knowledge.

Many thought he was riding on his elder brother’s success, but he proved them wrong, showing that he is also talented.

No doubt, his stellar performances speak for him.

This situation is not unique to Nathan and it’s common in football.

Think of Kaizer Motaung Jr., son of the Kaizer Chiefs’ owner.

These kind of players often have to fight harder to step out of the shadows associated with them.

In the end, Nathan must work hard.

Mental toughness is what could define his football career, nothing more, nothing less!