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The South African
3 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
'Released Kaizer Chiefs striker has similar style to Erling Haaland'
Former Kaizer Chiefs striker Fees Moloi says Ranga Chivaviro did not meet expectations at Amakhosi but feels he could have done more for the club. The 32-year-old big forward was released by the club on Wednesday after just two seasons. Ranga scored just nine goals in 45 matches during his time at Naturena. Speaking to KickOff, Moloi said that Chivaviro did not play to his full potential, hence Kaizer Chiefs decided not to renew his contract. 'While I cannot say I'm disappointed he's gone, it's true that he didn't meet expectations,' he told 'However, I also cannot say he failed at Chiefs. We can only conclude that he didn't meet the coach's expectations and didn't play to his full potential. 'Perhaps Nabi is not the type of coach who prefers a target man, and Chivaviro was just used because he was already part of the club's strike force. 'The injuries reported (about him) when he joined Chiefs might have negatively affected his performances. Now that the season is over, the coach is releasing him to make room for new strikers who might be signed. 'I believe Chivaviro is a target man,' the ex-Kaizer Chiefs star added. 'He holds the ball for teammates and has a style similar to Erling Haaland. He makes effective movements outside the box. 'With his height and power, Chivaviro could be deadly inside the box. However, sometimes he finds himself on the left or right, running away from the box. 'If he had remained positioned in the box, he could have scored many goals.' Despite Chivaviro, Kaizer Chiefs parted ways with Njabulo Blom and Sabelo Radebe. 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.
IOL News
4 days ago
- Sport
- IOL News
No goals, no glory: Ranga Chivaviro's numbers expose Kaizer Chiefs' recruitment flaws
A failed experiment After a difficult season where he struggled to score goals, striker Ranga Chivaviro has been released by Soweto giants Kaizer Chiefs. Photo: Phakamisa Lensman/BackpagePix Image: Phakamisa Lensman/BackpagePix Just what were Kaizer Chiefs hierarchy thinking when they sanctioned a deal to sign Ranga Chivaviro two years ago? On Wednesday, Chiefs confirmed that they had parted ways with the forward after ansuccessful season in front of goal. The Limpopo-born forward joined Amakhosi during the 2022/23 campaign, and much was expected from the man described by former Chiefs midfielder Fees Moloi as having a 'style similar to Erling Haaland', according to KickOff. Moloi, with all due respect, couldn't be more wrong. Haaland is the deadliest striker in world football and has found the back of the net a staggering 276 times in 342 senior club games. In his three years at Manchester City, he has plundered 121 goals in 142 games. Get your news on the go, click here to join the IOL News WhatsApp channel. When Haaland takes to the field, his teammates expect him to deliver every single time. To be mentioned in the same sentence as the Norwegian, a player needs to have similar stats when it comes to goal Chivaviro does not. He doesn't even come close. Chivaviro was brought to Chiefs to score goals. In the season before moving to Naturena, he scored 17 goals in all competitions for Marumo Gallants. That tally was impressive, and Kaizer Chiefs fans were excited when he was signed. They expected goals. Lots of them. Unfortunately, they didn't get that. In his first season, he found the back of the net just four times. And in the season that just ended, he scored five goals. He was brought to Chiefs to score goals, and in two seasons, he found the back of the net just nine times. That's just not good enough, and whoever did his scouting report failed to mention that his 17-goal season for Gallants was a rare anomaly. For a team wanting to return to the glory days, Chivaviro was the wrong man from the start. To win football games, you need strikers who score goals. Chiefs know this. In the past, they had the likes of Fani Madida, Marks Maponyane, Pollen Ndlanya, and Colins Mbesuma. Even sporting director Kaizer Motaung Jr knew how to put the ball in the back of the net in his day. If the club want to be back among the big guns of South African football, they need to do better in terms of recruitment. The next player they bring in needs to have a proven pedigree of scoring goals. Otherwise, they'll find themselves with a player who doesn't hit double figures in two full seasons. Kaizer Chiefs can no longer afford to gamble on strikers who might deliver. If the club are serious about reclaiming their status as a South African football powerhouse, they must adopt a ruthless, results-driven approach to recruitment. The next striker signing must arrive not with comparisons to global superstars, but with cold, hard numbers – and a track record to back them up. IOL Sport * The views expressed are not necessarily the views of IOL or Independent Media. ** JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Send us an email with your comments, thoughts or responses to [email protected]. Letters should be a maximum of 500 words, and may be edited for length. Anonymous correspondence will not be published. Submissions should include a contact number and physical address (not for publication).
IOL News
4 days ago
- Business
- IOL News
Ranga Chivaviro shown the door by Kaizer Chiefs
EXIT STAGE LEFT Kaizer Chiefs have parted ways with striker Ranga Chivaviro after his contract expiration, amid plans to beef up their strike force. Picture: Muzi Ntombela/BackpagePix Chivaviro did not reach his full potential with Chiefs, as he struggled with injury during the 2023/2024 season. In total, Chivaviro has made 45 appearances for Chiefs while scoring nine goals. The forward joined Chiefs in June 2023, and the club chose not to extend his two-year contract. Kaizer Chiefs confirmed on Wednesday that Ranga Chivaviro has left the club with immediate effect. Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Kaizer Chiefs Part Ways with Striker Ranga Chivaviro 'Kaizer Chiefs will not be extending striker Ranga Chivaviro's contract when it expires at the end of the month,' said the club in a statement. 'The Limpopo-born attacker joined Amakhosi from Marumo Gallants in the 2023/24 season on a two-year deal. 'We thank Ranga for his positive contribution to the team and wish him all the best in his future exploits.' Chiefs completed another deflating season in the Betway Premiership as they ended ninth, their second league campaign in a row in which they finished outside the top eight. The goal-scoring battles of Chiefs were well-documented as they netted just 25 times in 28 matches. According to reports, Chiefs are set on securing the services of a Mamelodi Sundowns striker currently on loan. According to Soccer Laduma, Chiefs are intent on signing 23-year-old Nigerian striker Etiosa Ighodaro, who is currently on loan to AmaZulu from Sundowns. This comes after unsubstantiated rumours emerging that Orlando Pirates forward Monnapule Saleng might be making a move to Chiefs. The 27-year-old Saleng was believed to have been left out of the side for months due to a salary dispute, although the club has not confirmed this as they remain tight-lipped on the situation. @Michael_Sherman IOL Sport
The South African
5 days ago
- Business
- The South African
BREAKING: Kaizer Chiefs announce THIRD exit!
Kaizer Chiefs are working on revamping their squad ahead of a potentially busy 2025/26 season with a continental charge. Despite losing out on a top eight finish last season, Chiefs still qualified for the CAF Confederation Cup. This came courtesy of their 2-1 victory over arch rivals Orlando Pirates in the Nedbank Cup final. That also earned Chiefs their first trophy since 2015. Now both of those feats will necessitate change in the playing squad. The punished on some for a lack of quality which led to a lack of contribution. But also them having to make way for a better quality due to a higher level required on the continent. There have been quite a few rumours with regards to who Chiefs are targeting. But before those players come in, they're moving quickly to free up some space. Last week, they announced the departures of academy products Sabelo Radebe and Njabulo Blom. Following that, they have now confirmed the release of striker Ranga Chivaviro. 'Kaizer Chiefs will not be extending striker Ranga Chivaviro's contract when it expires at the end of the month. The Limpopo-born attacker joined Amakhosi from Marumo Gallants in the 2023/24 season on a two-year deal. He scored nine goals and provided one assist in 45 official matches wearing Chiefs colours over two seasons. We thank Ranga for his positive contribution to the team and wish him all the best in his future exploits.' Wrote the club on their website . Chivaviro joined Chiefs from Marumo Gallants amid much fanfare ahead of the 2023/24 season. This after he scored 17 goals in all competitions for the side. He also helped them to a semi-final run in the Confederation Cup. But he failed to live up to expectations in his two seasons at Amakhosi. Chiefs fans, is it the right decision to release Chivaviro? Let us know by clicking on the comment tab. Or by emailing info@ or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. You can also follow @TheSAnews on X and The South African on Facebook for the latest news.
The South African
05-05-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs set to axe striker in major attack overhaul
Kaizer Chiefs set to axe striker in major attack overhaul and to prioritize youth. Amakhosi are making bold moves to revamp their attack ahead of the new season, and veteran striker Ranga Chivaviro appears to be one of the casualties in the club's aggressive shake-up. A source confirms that several Amakhosi players face the axe to create space for new signings. Chiefs plan to strengthen their forward line with fresh firepower, signaling the end of the road for underperforming talents. Chivaviro's days at Naturena seem numbered. A source close to the situation revealed that the former Marumo Gallants forward will likely leave the club when his contract expires at the end of June. 'There is a list of players who are believed to be leaving the club at the end of the season and apparently Ranga Chivaviro is one of them,' the source disclosed. 'You remember before the arrival of (Makabi) Lilepo they wanted to extend Ranga's contract but it seems now that won't be happening. He is set to leave the club. It's believed to be the end of the road for him at Chiefs.' Chivaviro joined the Soweto giants with high expectations, but his time at the club has fallen short. The 32-year-old striker has struggled to make a meaningful impact. Having scored just five goals in 22 appearances across all competitions this season. The club is not only eyeing external reinforcements but is also turning inward to promote young prospects from the DStv Diski Challenge (DDC) squad. This dual-pronged strategy aims to inject both experience and youthful energy into the team. 'Yes, they are still looking at signing at least one senior experienced striker. But they have also recommended the promotion of the youngsters from the DDC side. And that's the other reason why Ranga is set to leave the club at the end of his contract in June,' the source added. Kaizer Chiefs clearly intend to transform their squad with a mix of experienced acquisitions and homegrown talent. Chivaviro's impending departure marks a significant shift, as the club places its faith in a dynamic new generation to restore its dominance. As the transfer window approaches, all eyes will be on Naturena to see which fresh faces arrive. And who else heads for the exit before the new campaign. Stay tuned with The South African as Kaizer Chiefs set to axe striker in major attack overhaul. Does Chivaviro need more time or is this the right decision? 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.
