Nabi vs Kaizer Chiefs Players: Who's to Blame for Amakhosi's Loss Against Pirates

• Nasreddine Nabi's Kaizer Chiefs suffered their second successive defeat in the Soweto derby this season in the Betway Premiership over the weekend
• The Tunisian tactician is yet to win or gain a point against Orlando Pirates since joining the Glamour Boys last summer
• A sports journalist has pointed out who to blame for Amakhosi's loss against the Sea Robbers in the second leg of their league fixture this season

Kaizer Chiefs’ defeat against Orlando Pirates in the Betway Premiership remains one of the most talked-about events in the South African football scene.

The Glamour Boys gave their fans a promising start by scoring an early goal, but they faltered along the way, and the Sea Robbers secured all three points with a 2-1 win.

The defeat extended Nasreddine Nabi’s side’s winless run in the Betway Premiership to eight games, with their last victory in all competitions coming against Mamelodi Sundowns in the Nedbank Cup.

Who's to Blame for Kaizer Chiefs' Loss to Pirates?

Speaking with Briefly News, Uche Anuma shared his thoughts on the thrilling second Soweto Derby of the season.

The sports journalist claimed that Kaizer Chiefs started the match well but gradually lost focus.

“Kaizer Chiefs had a good game from the start but faded as the match went on," he said.

"I think Nasreddine Nabi and the players share the blame, as the match was there for the taking when it kicked off.

"Nabi wasted too much time making changes after spotting some of the team’s shortcomings in the second half.

"Though I understand Cele was returning from injury, he was needed earlier in the match.

"The decision not to start with an out-and-out striker was a mistake. He should have started either Ashley du Preez or Tashreeq Morris in the absence of Wandile Duba due to suspension.”

Anuma also criticised the players for not converting their chances during their dominant spells.

“Kaizer Chiefs could’ve been two or three goals up before Pirates got back into the game, but they didn’t take their chances.

"Even after Evidence Makgopa’s equaliser for Pirates, Amakhosi still had opportunities they failed to make count.

"This has been one of Chiefs’ recurring issues this season—failing to kill off games when they are in control and missing numerous chances.

"Nabi needs to fix this before the start of next season, or it could cost him his job.”

What's next for Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates

Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates will now focus on their next Soweto derby which would be in the Nedbank Cup final.

The Glamour Boys are heading into the game on a poor form compared to the Bucs who have redeemed themselves with a win before the tie.

Nabi blasts ref after Chiefs' loss against Pirates

Briefly News earlier reported that Nabi slammed the centre referee after his team suffered a 2-1 defeat against Pirates in the Betway Premiership.

The Kaizer Chiefs head coach is not happy the match official denied his team a clear penalty in the first half.

Source: Briefly News