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The South African
3 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs star Ashley Du Preez suffers heart breaking loss
Kaizer Chiefs have extended their heartfelt condolences to striker Ashley Du Preez following the passing of his father, Abraham Jansen. The Glamour Boys took to social media platform X to announce the sad news, drawing an overwhelming wave of sympathy from fans across the country. In a statement that resonated deeply within the local football community, the club posted: 'We are saddened by the passing of Abraham Jansen, the father of our player Ashley Du Preez. We extend our deepest condolences to Ashley and his family. May his father's soul rest in peace,' as quoted by iDiski Times . Ashley Du Preez joined Kaizer Chiefs from Stellenbosch FC in 2022, with a reported transfer fee of R10 million. After some initial struggles to find consistent form, Du Preez has begun to deliver on the club's investment, emerging as a pivotal figure in their recent success. The forward played a crucial role in Amakhosi's Nedbank Cup victory this past season. He netted the decisive goal against Mamelodi Sundowns in the semi-final and followed it up with a vital assist in the final against arch-rivals Orlando Pirates, helping secure the trophy for Chiefs. Despite the joy of recent on-field triumphs, Du Preez now faces a personal tragedy off the pitch. The football fraternity has united in support, with fans, teammates, and the broader community sending messages of strength and comfort. At The South African , we also extend our deepest sympathies to Ashley Du Preez, the Du Preez family, and the Jansen family during this profoundly difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers remain with them. Send through your heartfelt messages to the Kaizer Chiefs striker Ashley Du Preez. Let us know by leaving a comment below or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
The Citizen
24-04-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
Du Preez admits Chiefs mentality is a problem
'When we face so-called smaller teams we don't match their resilience and hunger,' said the Amakhosi striker. Ashley Du Preez has scored a couple of key goals for Chiefs in the last two months. Picture: Backpagepix Kaizer Chiefs striker Ashley Du Preez believes a difference in mentality when playing in the Nedbank Cup is what has contributed to Amakhosi's success there, in contrast to another dismal campaign in the Betway Premiership. ALSO READ: Chiefs' Bvuma responds to Khune criticism Chiefs will play Marumo Gallants in the Premiership on Saturday at FNB Stadium, with the club still in danger of missing out on a place in the MTN8 for the second season in a row. Chiefs close to Nedbank glory Tunisian head coach Nasreddine Nabi has come in for the current campaign and has led Chiefs into a Nedbank Cup final, where they will play Orlando Pirates on May 10. Chiefs won at Stellenbosch in the quarterfinals, and even beat Mamelodi Sundowns in the semifinals, with Du Preez netting the winning goal. Amakhosi, however, are without a win in their last five league games. 'For me the difference is our mentality, in how we approach cup games and league games,' said Du Preez on Thursday at the Kaizer Chiefs Village. 'We need to balance it and go into each game with the same mentality. We have been doing great in the cup and now we want to win silverware. (But) The main focus is not supposed to only be on cup games. We also want to win league games. 'When we go to play against Sundowns or Pirates we are motivated and want to win. But when we face so-called smaller teams we don't match their resilience and hunger.' Du Preez has five goals in 21 appearances in all competitions for Chiefs this season, while also spending a couple of months out injured at the start of this year. His return has seen him net twice coming off the bench, in a 1-0 league win over Magesi and most recently in that Nedbank Cup semifinal victory over Sundowns. 'An amazing feeling' 'It is what every striker would want to do coming on as a substitute,' added Du Preez. ALSO READ: Motsepe delighted with Chiefs' likely return to CAF 'Against Magesi I had a few minutes from the bench and scored the winning goal and for me it is to prove week in and week out that I want to be in the starting line-up. 'Getting the winning goal (against Sundowns) in the Nedbank Cup to reach the final was an amazing feeling for us as a club and for myself. It is for me to keep pushing and help the club at the end of the day.'
