Kaizer Chiefs had a tough season, managing just 25 goals in 30 league games. Fans are calling for the club to sign a top striker, but it’s not that straightforward.
Sibongiseni Mthethwa stands out as the most effective tackler in the Betway Premiership, with 55 tackles in 18 appearances, averaging 3.1 per game. If Chiefs can pair him with a solid playmaker, they might create more chances for their forwards. Though Mthethwa had a challenging first season at Naturena, his stats show potential. Coach Nabi needs to unlock his best form for the team to thrive.
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It’s been nine long seasons since Chiefs last won a league title or cup—355 matches to be exact. The fans know this all too well.
As the new season kicks off, Chiefs face Marumo Gallants and then tough matches against the champions and Matsatsantsa. New central defenders, Inacio Miguel (wearing Morgan Gould’s old number 83) and Rushwin Dortley, are expected to make their debuts.