Winger Puso Dithejane's contributions places the spotlight on another young South African making his mark outside the country’s borders.

South African winger Puso Dithejane is making an early impression in Major League Soccer, with his latest performance helping Chicago Fire FC secure a place in the Leagues Cup quarter-finals.

The 20-year-old produced his first brace for the club in Thursday’s 2-1 victory over reigning Liga MX champions Cruz Azul, completing a perfect three wins from three matches for Chicago in the competition.

More importantly, Dithejane’s contribution places the spotlight on another young South African making his mark outside the country’s borders.

The former South African youth international has been given a prominent role since moving to Chicago, and his latest display underlined the attacking qualities that persuaded the MLS club to invest in him.