Kaizer Chiefs React After Angry Fans March to Naturena Demanding Kaze and Ben Youssef Be Sacked

Kaizer Chiefs React After Angry Fans March to Naturena Demanding Kaze and Ben Youssef Be Sacked

  • Kaizer Chiefs management have reportedly reacted after some of the fans protested over the club's current poor performances
  • The Soweto giants have lost five games out of their last six, and have been ruled out of the title race in the Betway Premiership
  • It is said that the Glamour Boys supporters are demanding the sacking of co-coaches Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef

Kaizer Chiefs management have addressed supporters after they took their protest to Naturena, demanding explanations amid the club’s recent poor run of form, and also wanting the sacking of co-coaches Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef.

Cedric Kaze, Khalil Ben Youssef, Kaizer Chiefs.
Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef are under pressure to be sacked by Kaizer Chiefs. Photo: Kaizer Chiefs
Source: Twitter

The Glamour Boys' poor run of form started in the Carling Knockout Cup, where they were eliminated by Stellenbosch FC in the opening round of the competition. They were also knocked out of the Nedbank Cup as defending champions by the same team in the Round of 32.

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The Soweto giants' woes continued in the CAF Confederation Cup. Despite gathering 10 points in their first five games in Group D, a defeat to Zamalek in their last group game saw Al Masry move forward, benefiting from a superior goal difference.

In the Betway Premiership, Amakhosi lost three straight games, denting their hopes of keeping pace with title contenders Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates. They are now 14 points behind the two title contenders on the log.

Chiefs fans want Kaze, Ben Youssef's sacked

Kaizer Chiefs fans have been outspoken about the changes they want to see at their darling club, culminating in the protest march which took place on Saturday, March 7, 2026.

According to a trending video by Newzroom Afrika, the Soweto giants' fans gathered at Naturena protesting and asking for changes to be made as soon as possible, with the 2025-26 season close to coming to an end.

Amakhosi still have a chance of ending the season on a good note by securing a place in the top three, for them to be able to compete in the CAF Confederation Cup next season and also participate in the MTN8 competition.

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Kaizer Chiefs address their supporters

The Premier Soccer League giants reportedly responded to the grievances via their X account as per Afrik-Foot, a post which now seems to be deleted, assuring fans that their concerns are being taken seriously.

“This morning, we received a memo from supporters who marched to the Village. We all cooperated with each other,” the club posted in a message that has since been removed.
“We appreciate our supporters for presenting their concerns peacefully. We will review all suggestions and provide feedback soon,” the statement concluded.
Kaizer Chiefs, Naturena.
Kaizer Chiefs address fans after they marched to Naturena wanting changes. Photo: Kaizer Chiefs
Source: Twitter

Amakhosi are set to face Durban City on Sunday, March 15, 2026, in a Betway Premiership clash at FNB Stadium, and they need a win to move up in the standings.

Ex-Pirates star dreams of coaching Chiefs

Briefly News earlier reported that a former Orlando Pirates forward harbours aspirations of coaching Kaizer Chiefs in the future.

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The former Bafana Bafana star also mentioned an English Premier League giant as one of the clubs he dreams of managing in the future.

Source: Briefly News

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Raphael Abiola (Sports editor) Raphael Abiola is a Nigerian Sports Journalist with over seven years of experience. He obtained a B.Tech degree in Computer Science from the Federal University of Technology, Akure, in 2015. Raphael previously worked as a football editor at Stakegains (2016-2018) and a content editor with Opera News Nigeria (2018-2023). Raphael then worked as an Editor for the Local Desk at Sports Brief (2023-2024). Reach him via email at raphael.abiola@briefly.co.za.