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The South African
25-06-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Where is former Kaizer Chiefs captain Patrick Mabedi now?
Former Kaizer Chiefs captain Patrick Mabedi is widely regarded as one of the best and toughest defenders in the history of the Premier Soccer League. The former Malawian international played a crucial role during the early 2000s when Amakhosi enjoyed significant domestic success. Under the guidance of coach Ted Dumitru, Mabedi and Fabian McCarthy formed a formidable defensive partnership that helped the Glamour Boys claim their first title in 12 years. Kaizer Chiefs secured back-to-back league titles in 2004 and 2005, largely due to having the best defense in the league. Mabedi spent eight years with Kaizer Chiefs and captained the team during its most successful period. He left the club in 2006, having made over 200 appearances for the Naturena-based side, and joined Moroka Swallows. For his country, Malawi, he earned 21 caps and scored five goals while representing the national team. After leaving Kaizer Chiefs, Mabedi transitioned to coaching. He became the head of youth development at Moroka Swallows and briefly served as an assistant coach to Muhsin Ertugral at Mpumalanga Black Aces. In June 2017, Mabedi was appointed as the assistant manager of Kaizer Chiefs. On April 23, 2018, he was named caretaker manager for the remainder of the season. However, in early December, he was relieved of his duties as the team's assistant coach following the termination of the head coach's contract. In the summer of 2019, he took on the role of assistant manager at Black Leopards under Lionel Soccoia, but the duo was dismissed from their positions on 17September, 2019. In 2023, Mabedi was appointed the head coach of the Malawi national team however he was fired a year later over the team's poor results. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
22-04-2025
- Sport
- The South African
'There is no need to fire Nabi, blame players'
Kaizer Chiefs legend Patrick Mabedi has urged the club to keep Nasreddine Nabi for next season. The Tunisian coach has struggled to get Amakhosi to the top this season, having just won eight league matches. He can still end the season on a high if he guides his team to the Nedbank Cup triumph next month. Chiefs play archrivals Orlando Pirates in the final next month at the Moses Mabhida Stadium. Mabedi believes Nabi has improved Kaizer Chiefs this season despite the lack of results. 'Yes, the results are not looking good at the moment. And it's true, any team is judged by its results, but from where I am standing, the team has improved under coach Nabi. Look at the chances they have been creating, though they can't convert,' he told SNL24. The Kaizer Chiefs legend feels the club would start over again if they sack Nabi at the end of the season. He feels the Tunisian tactician has done his job and it was now up to the players to deliver. 'If you change the coach now, things have to start all over again, which won't be good. That's why I am saying Chiefs should keep Nabi. There is no need to fire him. 'You know, as a coach, Nabi can only do so much. The rest is up to the players to do their job on the field of play. 'The coach does his work at training and in the dressing room, but in the field of play, it's up to the players, and I think they haven't been 100 percent perfect so far. They need to work on that and keep the coach,' Mabedi said. Chiefs have not tasted success in 10 years and Nabi has an opportunity to change that in the final of the Nedbank Cup. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
