Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Brandon Peterson on his heroics against Orlando Pirates: I am emotional about this performance as we have been under pressure

Brandon Peterson is a content man.

The Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper is on a high after his heroics against Orlando Pirates at FNB Stadium yesterday in the 1-1 draw.

Peterson was the reason Pirates failed to collect maximum points in this Betway Premiership encounter which was full of all ingredients of what a derby match is.

High drama, flaring tempers and brawls were all visible in this game.

But for Chiefs, Peterson remained their hero and he was duly named Man of the Match.

“The only way for me to get to the national team is to perform here. So, for me, the most important thing is to put in this performance week in, week out,” Petersen told SuperSport TV.

“At the end of the day, God is in control, and that is always at the back of my head, and that’s one of the goals, and I’m pushing towards that.

“I’m a bit emotional, we have been working very hard throughout the season, and you get a lot of stick as a goalkeeper. You don’t always get the credit you deserve.

“For me, it’s not just about me, it’s about the team and all of that. I’m just grateful for everyone who has been supporting me.

“This is for my wife and kids because people don’t see what they go through behind the scenes as well. All the sacrifice, the effort. So, coming back to the game, I think we knew it was going to be a blockbuster game.

“My time at Chiefs since I joined [the club], it was never easy, I was always under the spotlight. You know, there was always criticism, all of that. But I think for me, a major role, it’s my family and the support system I have. That’s why I’m so emotional, because this is not just for me.

“It’s for all of them, each and every one that’s been behind me, messaging me, the staff, the supporters, everyone. Knowing that they’re backing me, being able to pull off a performance like I did today. It doesn’t come overnight. We’ve been working exceptionally hard, but people don’t see it.

“There were days when you went to bed, and the whole body was sore. You don’t know if you’re going to be ready for the next game. But we pushed through. God really carried me throughout the season and the team. So that’s why it’s a bit emotional for me. So I’m really honoured and blessed.”