Steve Barker: No problem with Leletu Skelem, he just needs to keep working

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Steve Barker: No problem with Leletu Skelem, he just needs to keep working

Stellenbosch FC coach Steve Barker says Leletu Skelem must keep working hard to force his way back into the starting line-up.

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