Khalil Ben Youssef Makes Honest Analysis of Kaizer Chiefs’ Win Over Orbit College

Khalil Ben Youssef Makes Honest Analysis of Kaizer Chiefs’ Win Over Orbit College

  • Kaizer Chiefs continue their good run in the Betway Premiership as they made it three wins in a row on Monday afternoon
  • The Soweto giants came from a goal down to defeat Orbit College at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium and move to third place
  • Khalil Ben Youssef made an honest analysis of the Glamour Boys' victory over Orbit College and how they produced a comeback

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Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef has shared an honest analysis of his team after their third straight victory as they edged Orbit College 3-1 in a Betway Premiership clash on Monday, April 6, 2026, at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium.

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Mduduzi Shabalala in action during Kaizer Chiefs' win over Orbit College in the Betway Premiership. Photo: Kaizer Chiefs
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The result lifted the Glamour Boys into third position on the standings, with goals from Wandile Duba, Mduduzi Shabalala, and summer signing Siphesihle Ndlovu proving decisive and putting the Soweto giants in the Confederation Cup place.

Amakhosi are hoping to return to the CAF Confederation Cup next season after being knocked out of the competition in the group stage this campaign.

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Ben Youssef's verdict on Chiefs' win

Ben Youssef acknowledged that the encounter posed a stern challenge against the North West outfit, praising his team’s resilience, particularly their improved second-half display after falling behind early.

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Speaking to SuperSport TV, the Tunisian tactician noted that they had anticipated a demanding contest against Orbit College, and they were poor in the first half.

“The opening half was below our standards,” he explained. “We conceded first, but gradually settled into our rhythm and began playing our usual game.”

He also highlighted his satisfaction with the turnaround after the break, stressing that his players showed character and earned all three points.

“I’m especially pleased with the second-half performance because the first wasn’t good enough. The players deserve credit,” he said.

Ben Youssef on how they produced comeback

Ben Youssef further underlined the team’s mentality, pointing out how they recovered from a deficit to secure a 3-1 win while creating numerous chances after the break.

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Looking ahead, Ben Youssef urged focus on upcoming fixtures, extending praise to both supporters and the squad for their effort.

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Khalil Ben Youssef reacts to Kaizer Chiefs' comeback win over Orbit College in the Betway Premiership. Photo: Ben Youssef
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On moving up to third place, the Amakhosi mentor reiterated the team’s season-long approach of treating every fixture with equal importance.

“From the start, we agreed to approach each match like a knockout game,” he added. “We’re not looking to burden the players with pressure, the objective remains to take things one game at a time.”

Kaizer Chiefs will switch focus to their next match in the Betway Premiership, which will be a mouthwatering tie against TS Galaxy at the FNB Stadium on Sunday, April 12, 2026.

Kaizer Chiefs suffer setback in court

Briefly News also reported that Kaizer Chiefs suffered a major legal setback in their quest to sign a South African top talent from their Premier Soccer League rivals.

The Glamour Boys had the Mzansi youngster training at Naturena, a situation that has now been rectified by the court.

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.