Kaizer Chiefs Coach Fernando da Cruz His Concern and Positive After 7 Matches in Charge
- Fernando Da Cruz addressed his side's attacking output and defensive record following seven matches as Kaizer Chiefs head coach
- Chiefs have scored in every league game under Da Cruz, but the number of goals conceded has caught the coach's attention
- The former Lille OSC head coach spoke candidly about what he expects his side to improve as the season progresses
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Kaizer Chiefs head coach Fernando Da Cruz has highlighted both an encouraging trend and a pressing area for improvement following the club's start to the season under his guidance.
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Da Cruz was appointed to lead Amakhosi after the departure of co-coaches Khalil Ben Youssef and Cedric Kaze at the conclusion of last season. In seven matches across all competitions since taking charge, Chiefs have recorded three wins, three draws and one defeat.
Chiefs' attacking form pleases Da Cruz
In the league campaign, the Phefeni Glamour Boys have earned 12 points from their opening six matches, leaving them fourth in the standings.
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Coach Fernando da Cruz has been pleased with his team's attacking consistency, particularly their ability to score in every league game so far. Their only match without a goal came in the MTN8, when they suffered a 1-0 loss to Golden Arrows.
Da Cruz said he was encouraged by the team's scoring record but acknowledged that conceding avoidable goals remains an area that needs attention. He stressed that the squad must maintain its attacking approach while continuing to develop and refine its playing model.
Goals conceded remain a concern
Across all seven matches, Chiefs have scored 12 goals but let in eight, and it is that defensive record that has emerged as the coach's primary concern. Da Cruz acknowledged the issue directly and indicated that reducing avoidable concessions will be central to the team's development going forward.
The coach's remarks suggest a clear tactical direction: Chiefs will retain their attacking approach while working to tighten up at the back as the season advances.
Fernando da Cruz faces trophy pressure at Kaizer Chiefs
Briefly News also reported that Kaizer Chiefs coach Fernando Da Cruz had responded to Bobby Motaung’s demand for the club to compete for major trophies this season.
Motaung said the coach “has to win the league” and “has to win cups”, but Da Cruz declined to make specific predictions about what Chiefs will achieve.
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