Khalil Ben Youssef: Kaizer Chiefs Coach Opens Up on Secret Behind Amakhosi’s Five Straight Wins

• Kaizer Chiefs co-coach has shared his thoughts on the Glamour Boys performance as they record consecutive wins in the Betway Premiership
• The Soweto giants have won their last five matches in the league and are closing in on securing the CAF Confederation Cup place for next season
• The Tunisian mentor also showered praise on two players who made a huge impact in the match when they came on as substitutes

Kaizer Chiefs coach Khalil Ben Youssef has reacted to the Glamour Boys' 4-1 win over Magesi FC to extend their victories in the Betway Premiership to five in a row.

Amakhosi continue their impressive form in the league as they secure all three points against the 2024-25 Carling Knockout Cup winners at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium on Wednesday evening.

Summer signing Khanyisa Mayo was back in action for the Soweto giants and was on the scoresheet, scoring Amakhosi's fourth goal in the match. Another player who was back in the team was Reeve Frosler, and he had an immediate impact, registering two assists and influencing the game significantly.

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The Glamour Boys struggled at the start of the second half of the season, losing against Orlando Pirates in the Soweto Derby, and also being knocked out of all cup competitions.

Ben Youssef on Kaizer Chiefs' improved performance

Ben Youssef, speaking to SuperSport TV after the match, pointed out that improved results have coincided with the return of several players from injury, which has heightened internal competition.

The Tunisian mentor maintained that the team’s performances have been consistent since the start of the season, despite periods of misfortune, missed opportunities, and injury setbacks. With more players now available, competition for places has intensified across all positions.

While acknowledging that chances were still squandered in the match, Ben Youssef took encouragement from the team’s ability to score four goals and maintain a strong overall performance, expressing satisfaction with the players’ efforts.

Ben Youssef on Mayo and Frosler's performance

Ben Youssef expressed delight with Mayo’s performance against Magesi FC particularly his goal contribution the coach highlighted the striker’s impact.

He also emphasised the value of depth within the squad, praising Frosler’s immediate influence on his return. The defender’s two assists, he noted, underlined the importance of having multiple players capable of stepping up when called upon.

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According to Ben Youssef, the team benefits from having a large, competitive group, with every player ready to contribute and fight for the badge. He stressed that the side does not depend on a select few individuals, but rather on the collective strength of the squad.

Kaze on his future at Kaizer Chiefs

Briefly News earlier reported that Cedric Kaze opened up on his future at Kaizer Chiefs as the Soweto-based club continue their impressive form in the Betway Premiership.

The former Barcelona academy coach also outlined what the Glamour Boys coaching crew are doing to keep up with the recent performance in the Premier Soccer League.

Source: Briefly News