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The South African
08-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs news: Live match and 8 midfielders
The new 2025/26 Betway Premiership season kicks off in August after Kaizer Chiefs' training camp in the Netherlands. After a week of high-intensity physical training in Apeldoorn, Nasreddine Nabi will test his team in a practice match. Kaizer Chiefs have announced that the first match of five friendly clashes, against Dutch club SBV Vitesse, will be live on YouTube. Orlando Pirates news: Mali star and new expert Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi at the FNB Stadium. Image: Goal According to Amakhosi's latest update, the game will kick off at 19:00 on the club's YouTube channel. 'Kaizer Chiefs will play their first pre-season training match against Vitesse on Tuesday, 8 July,' the club reported via social media. Former Kaizer Chiefs winger in rehab for marijuana Remember him at Orlando Pirates? Siphesihle Ndlovu is back in Soweto to play for Kaizer Chiefs this time. The Pietermaritzburg-born star played 30 games for Matsatsantsa a Pitori last season and was rated as one of the best midfielders in the Betway Premiership. Kaizer Chiefs came calling for the 28-year-old former Maritzburg United number eight. For a player under the age of 28, Ndlovu has quite an impressive number of top-flight games under his belt. Since his first team debut at Maritzburg United under Roger De Sa in 2016 and his ill-fated spell at Pirates, Ndlovu's experience reveals 229 matches as a pro… Full story here. 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
07-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Ndlovu makes it 8 midfielders at Kaizer Chiefs
Remember him at Orlando Pirates? Siphesihle Ndlovu is back in Soweto to play for Kaizer Chiefs this time. The Pietermaritzburg-born star played 30 games for Matsatsantsa a Pitori last season and was rated as one of the best midfielders in the Betway Premiership. Kaizer Chiefs came calling for the 28-year-old former Maritzburg United number eight. 'Orlando Pirates give you R90 000, R100, 000 per month' Kaizer Chiefs' new signing Siphesihle Ndlovu. Image: @kaizerchiefs/X For a player under the age of 28, Ndlovu has quite an impressive number of top-flight games under his belt. Since his first team debut at Maritzburg United under Roger De Sa in 2016 and his ill-fated spell at Pirates, Ndlovu's experience reveals 229 matches as a pro. Kaizer Chiefs make exciting announcement So, how many options does Coach Nasreddine Nabi have in central midfield, including defensive midfielders? Yusuf Maart, 29 Thabo Cele, 28 Sibongiseni Mthethwa, 31 Edson Castillo, 31 Samkelo Zwane, 23 Siphesihle Ndlovu, 28. George Matlou and Nkosingiphile Ngcobo have made appearances in central midfield, but both players are primarily attacking midfielders. Thulani Mabaso, last season's outstanding DStv Diski Challenge (DDC) central midfielder, is currently under assessment in the Netherlands. Recent reports have strongly suggested that Castillo has left the club, subject to an official announcement. Additionally, Maart is said to be on his way to SV Ried in Austria. 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
05-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs to make an announcement
More excitement is coming for Kaizer Chiefs fans. The Betway Premiership giants have reportedly signed the player known as 'Gatyeni.' ADVERTISEMENT According to the latest reports, former SuperSport United, Orlando Pirates, and Maritzburg United midfielder Siphesihle Ndlovu will wear gold and black next season. Ndlovu becomes Kaizer Chiefs' sixth signing this term after Thabiso Monyane, Paseka Mako, Nkanyiso Shinga, Ethan Chislett, and Flavio Silva. SIPHESIHLE NDLOVU TO KAIZER CHIEFS Kaizer Chiefs agree to sign Velebayi and Baartman, but… Siphesihle Ndlovu during his final season with SuperSport United in the Betway Premiership. Image: IOL According to FARPost's Mthokozisi Dube, Ndlovu has signed a three-year deal after completing his medical test this week. Due to the VISA application process, the Pietermaritzburg-born player was unable to travel with Kaizer Chiefs to the Netherlands on Thursday. ADVERTISEMENT Full List: Orlando Pirates' 10 midfielders right now 'SuperSport United midfielder Siphesihle Ndlovu has completed his move to Kaizer Chiefs,' Dube said. 'The clubs agreed on the transfer fee, and Ndlovu has signed his contract and completed his medical examinations. 'Ndlovu has signed a three-year contract but will not be joining the team immediately for their upcoming pre-season trip to the Netherlands. He needs a visa to travel to the Netherlands, which typically takes up to 15 days to process. The club is competing in the CAF Confederation Cup and believes their busy schedule will require a squad with depth and quality,' the report added. PREVIOUS CLUBS AND APPEARANCES ADVERTISEMENT Maritzburg United: 84 matches with seven goals and seven assists Orlando Pirates: 67 matches with two goals and one assist SuperSport United: 78 matches with three goals and three assists. The 28-year-old's arrival means coach Nasreddine Nabi will have six creative midfielders at his disposal. FULL LIST: Yusuf Maart, 29 Siphesihle Ndlovu, 28 * Kaizer Chiefs are set to announce Edson Castillo's departure. Central/Attacking midfielders (hybrids) George Matlou, 26 Nkosingiphile Ngcobo 25. DEFENSIVE MIDFIELDERS AT KAIZER CHIEFS Thabo Cele, 28 Sibongiseni Mthethwa, 31 Meanwhile, reports say a new defensive midfielder is coach Nabi's next transfer target. ADVERTISEMENT KAIZER CHIEFS IN THE NETHERLANDS In the meantime, the Glamour Boys have arrived in the Netherlands for a three-week pre-season training camp, which will include five friendly games. 'As part of the tour, Amakhosi will play five friendly matches against Dutch top-tier sides from both the Eredivisie and Eerste Divisie,' the club confirmed. 'Four of the matches will be open to the public, with one being held behind closed doors,' Amakhosi added. FIXTURES: 08 July, 19:00 – SBV Vitesse Arnhem | Sportpark Driel, Driel (Open to Public) – SBV Vitesse Arnhem | Sportpark Driel, Driel (Open to Public) 11 July, 16:00 – FC Utrecht | TBC – FC Utrecht | TBC 12 July, 14:00 – NEC Nijmegen | Overasselt (Open to Public) – NEC Nijmegen | Overasselt (Open to Public) 15 July, 19:00 – PEC Zwolle | Meppel (Open to Public) – PEC Zwolle | Meppel (Open to Public) 16 July, 19:00 – FC Twente | Enschede | Delden (Open to Public). WHAT DO YOU EXPECT FROM KAIZER CHIEFS IN THE BETWAY PREMIERSHIP NEXT SEASON? Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 ADVERTISEMENT Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
