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The South African
4 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs (Departures): 7 OUT, say goodbye to FIVE more?
A dozen exits lined up at Kaizer Chiefs. SEVEN have already been decided. FIVE more are heading out. Kaizer Chiefs have already released SEVEN players. Meanwhile, a few more departures are set to be announced with several stars heading out of Naturena. Chiefs have cut SEVEN players from their playing squad. To date, Ranga Chivaviro, Sabelo Radebe, Njabulo Blom, Edmilson Dove and Mduduzi Mdantsane's departures have been announced. Meanwhile, Yusuf Maart is heading to SV reid. Whilst, Chiefs have decided to mutually part ways with this R6-million midfielder. Therefore, a total of seven player departures have already been decided. Maarts departure will be announced soon with Chiefs set to appoint a new captain to join their new coaches. What goes up, must come down. With so many Chiefs player departures lined up, rest assured there will be many replacements signed too. To date, Amakhosi have signed six players. Flavio Silva, Nkanyiso Shinga, Ethan Chislett, Paseka Mako Thabiso Monyane and Siphesihle Ndlovu. Meanwhile, several more transfer targets from Bafana Bafana, Mamelodi Sundowns, PSL rivals and African giants are linked to Chiefs. Several big-name transfer targets have come up such as Stanley Nwabili, Neo Maema, Percy Tau and Fiston Mayele. However, Chiefs missed out on Oswin Appollis, Sipho Mbule and Tshepang Moremi to rivals, Orlando Pirates. 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.
The South African
09-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates
Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates continue to trim their squads ahead of the 2025/25 PSL season. Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates have released 10 players so far with more departures expected. So, Amakhosi have released FIVE stars. Meanwhile, the Bucs have parted ways with FIVE players too. Ranga Chivaviro Sabelo Radebe Njabulo Blom Edmilson Dove Mduduzi Mdantsane Innocent Maela Miguel Timm Thabiso Monyane Paseka Mako Ndabiyethethwa Ndlondlo Initially, Chivaviro was released by Chiefs. Thereafter, fan-favourites Radebe and Blom were let go. More recently, Dove and Mdantsane parted ways with Amakhosi. However, they are far from done with trimming their squad. So, fans can expect several more player more players to make way before the end of the PSL transfer window. Fiacre Ntwari, Edson Castillo, George Matlou, Tebogo Potsane, Bongani Sam and Yusuf Maart are all facing probably departures out of Naturena. Maart is heading for Europe where he will join Austrian side, SV Reid. Meaning, Nasreddine Nabi and Amakhosi will be appointing a new Chiefs captain. To date, Maela, Timm, Mako, Monyane and Ndlondlo have all been released by Pirates. However, more player exits are on the cards. Most noticeably, Bucs superstar Monnapule Saleng. 'Orlando Pirates are in advanced discussions to loan out winger Monnapule Saleng to their Betway Premiership rivals,' SABCSport stated. Meanwhile, Katlego Otladisa, Siphelo Baloni and 'Gilberto' all face proably departures, as reported on The South African. 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.
The South African
08-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Picture: Kaizer Chiefs youngster given famous jersey number?
Kaizer Chiefs are hard at work in the Netherlands having recently touched down in the European country. Chiefs are expected to spend close to three weeks in the country, as they step up their 2025/26 season preparations. While in the Netherlands, Chiefs will be testing themselves against Dutch opposition in some friendly matches. Furthermore, their jam-packed schedule will see them play against some high profile top flight clubs as they sharpen up for the new campaign. In a schedule released by the club, they confirmed overall fixtures against the likes of Vitesse, FC Utrecht, NEC Nijmegen, PEC Zwolle and FC Twente. The first of those games will be against Vitesse. On Monday, Chiefs announced full details of their game against Vitesse, informing fans on a time and where to watch. 'Kaizer Chiefs will play their first pre-season training match against Dutch first division side Vitesse on Tuesday, 8 July. Kick-off will be at 19:00. The match will take place at Sportpark Driel in Driel. For soccer fans, including South Africans living in Holland or elsewhere in Europe, who would like to attend Kaizer Chiefs' training game, tickets can be bought online: When tickets are still available, they will be sold as well at Sportpark Driel. The entrance fee will cost 10 Euro per person, while kids until the age of 16 will pay only 5 Euro. Sportpark Driel will be open from 18:00. The match will be streamed live on the Kaizer Chiefs YouTube Channel.' Wrote the club website . The game could also see one Chiefs youngster debuting a new jersey number. Mduduzi Shabalala has recently been spotted wearing the famous jersey number seven. This after it was vacated by the released Ranga Chivaviro. It's a jersey that was made famous by the club owner Kaizer Motaung Snr during his playing days. It looks as if Shabalala will be the next one to try build a legacy with the jersey number seven. Has he officially moved away from his pervious number 42? Chiefs fans do you think he has done enough and deserves the famous jersey? Let us know by clicking on the comment tab. Or by emailing info@ or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. You can also follow @TheSAnews on X and The South African on Facebook for the latest news.
The South African
01-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs new attack: One OUT, Three IN?
Kaizer Chiefs attack force is undergoing major changes. Kaizer Chiefs recently released Ranga Chivaviro. Thus, opening the door to a new striker signing. Thereafter, a new winger and striker have been linked with moves to Naturena. Asanele Velebayi is the latest new attacker spotted in training with Chiefs. So, he joins outbound Mamelodi Sundowns striker, Etiosa Ighodaro. Both men have been linked with Amakhosi before. Now, both players are training with the Soweto giants. Therefore, Velebayi and Ighodaro are expected to be unveiled by Chiefs this week. This is because they are set to jet off to the Netherlands for their pre-season tour. Chiefs have a new striker and he comes from Europe. 'Kaizer Chiefs' latest signing Flavio Antonio da Silva has been given the green-light to pursue his career at his new club following his arrival at Naturena,' KickOff reported. 'The 29-year-old arrives at Chiefs having scored nine goals in 33 appearances last season for Surabaya after hammering 23 the previous season while at Persik Kediri,' the same publication added. Therefore, Chiefs are expected to unveil all three new attackers. Chiefs have a whole team worth of new players – these 11 new players have reportedly joined to the first team. This includes TWO European-based signings, FIVE promotions and FOUR players from PSL rivals. Meanwhile, they are expected to sign these players from Orlando Pirates, Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana. In contrast, as mentioned, FIVE Amakhosi player departures have been confirmed. Whilst, a total of FOUR more Chiefs players are heading out of Naturena. Let us know by leaving a comment below or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Also, subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
IOL News
24-06-2025
- Sport
- IOL News
Plotting redemption: What is required from Kaizer Chiefs' Nabi and Co in second season
Kaizer Chiefs coach Nasreddine Nabi should be hard at work plotting how they will fight for top honours in his season season at the club. Photo: Backpagepix Image: Backpagepix Pride and reputation will be at stake when Kaizer Chiefs step onto the pitch to begin their 2025/26 Betway Premiership campaign in the coming months, following two disappointing seasons that saw them finish outside the Top 8 — ultimately costing them a place in the MTN8 competition. The Glamour Boys have been among the more proactive clubs in the early stages of the transfer window, making bold moves to reshape their squad. Several players were expected to play a significant role during the previous campaign — including striker Ranga Chivaviro and defender Edmilson Dove — but they came up short and have been shown the door. In a statement of intent, the Naturena-based side have welcomed former Orlando Pirates defenders Paseka Mako and Thabiso Monyane, reinforcing a squad that will be under heavy scrutiny this season as Tunisian head coach Nasreddine Nabi begins his second season in charge. Last season, Chiefs struggled to establish momentum and lacked the consistency required to string together results. Looking ahead to the new season, there are three major areas they must address if they are to reverse their fortunes. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Secure the backline Much of Amakhosi's downfall last season stemmed from defensive instability. The side consistently conceded goals at crucial moments, often undoing any attacking progress they had made. Each time they moved forward, their vulnerable backline would cost them ground — derailing their rhythm and results. Nabi will be counting on the experience and mentality of the incoming Pirates duo to bring stability and composure to the defence. Chiefs were among the worst-performing sides in terms of goals conceded last season, and that must change if they are to harbour any realistic ambitions of challenging the top sides. With injuries and inconsistent performances forcing constant reshuffles at the back, the need for a reliable and settled defensive partnership is paramount. Find a reliable goalkeeper It is often said that a top-quality goalkeeper can transform a side's season — and in Chiefs' case, this could not be more true. Among the options currently available to the Nedbank Cup winners, none have truly cemented themselves as top-tier calibre keepers capable of consistently matching the standards set by the league's top three sides. Those top teams — Sundowns, Pirates and Stellenbosch — all boast shot-stoppers who are not only excellent at making saves, but are also outstanding organisers of their defences. Chiefs have lacked that level of leadership and reliability in goal. If they are to plug one of the biggest gaps in their structure, upgrading this position must be a matter of urgency.
