Kaizer Chiefs Warned About Their ‘Biggest Problem’ Ahead of Stellenbosch Clash
- Kaizer Chiefs were issued a stern warning ahead of their clash against Stellenbosch FC in the Carling Knockout Cup competition this weekend
- The Soweto giants have been without their first-team coach, Nasreddine Nabi, after reports claimed that the Tunisian mentor is leaving
- The Glamour Boys are currently being managed by Nabi's assistants, Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef, but they've struggled to get positive results
Kaizer Chiefs’ struggles continue, with the Soweto giants now winless in their last four Premier Soccer League matches and managing just one victory in six games across all competitions.
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The news about Nasreddine Nabi's decision to part ways with the club has affected the team badly. They've been without a win since the reports about the Tunisian gaffer's departure trended.
In Nabi's absence, assistant coaches Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef have taken temporary charge at Naturena. However, uncertainty remains over whether the duo will be trusted to lead the team moving forward, a move that former Chiefs goalkeeper Brian Baloyi believes would be a mistake.
Nabi ended Kaizer Chiefs' trophy drought last season by winning the Nedbank Cup, and despite starting this new season on a good note, his family issues have hindered his work with the Premier Soccer League giants, and it is said to be the major reason he was leaving the club.
Baloyi warns Kaizer Chiefs
Baloyi, in a recent interview, claimed that the biggest challenge for Kaizer Chiefs is not presently on the pitch; rather, they need to fix up their technical team.
The Amakhosi legend urged his former club management to find a solution to the managerial issue at Naturena.
“I think the biggest problem at the moment for Chiefs is not the players, but the coaching side. There’s too much uncertainty there, and the sooner the club resolves it, the better,” Baloyi told FARPost.
He stressed that the constant leadership changes, following Nasreddine Nabi’s departure and the temporary stewardship of Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef, have created instability among the players.
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“Whether they continue with the interim coaches or bring in someone new, a decision must be made. Each coach has a different personality, and when players are exposed to different approaches every week, it affects how they respond and perform,” Baloyi explained.
The Amakhosi legend concluded by warning that the team’s inconsistency will persist until the club settles the issue once and for all.
“Right now, the Achilles heel at Chiefs is the coaching situation. The quicker it’s resolved, the better for the entire club.”
Kaizer Chiefs' next match is against Stellenbosch FC in the Carling Knockout Cup, with the two assistant coaches expected to lead the team against the Stellies.
Khune reacts to Nabi's surprise exit
Briefly News also reported that Itumeleng Khune has shared his thoughts on Nabi's decision to leave Kaizer Chiefs.
The Bafana Bafana legend claimed he was surprised to hear the Tunisian mentor is leaving despite starting the season brightly.
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