Lawler who can play both as a right and centre back is pleased with his progress, “I have been working very hard in training and I am pleased with the progress I have made since joining the team for preseason.”

“I am absorbing and learning every day here as I am surrounded by some of the best players in the country.”

Brent believes that the team is going to bounce back following two defeats against rivals Orlando Pirates, “This is a winning team. Now with the MTN8 on Sunday, it is back to serious business. We are not used to losing so it will not be a habit. We are going to bounce back stronger against Wits,” added Lawler.