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The South African
17 hours ago
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs' biggest current weakness revealed
Kaizer Chiefs have invested handsomely in their squad this winter, but there are still glaring weaknesses visible to the naked eye. New striker Flavio Silva is completely untested at this level. Meanwhile, the club's pursuit of Etiosa Ighodaro still hasn't borne fruit. OPINION: Why Kaizer Chiefs should sell Mdu Shabalala New man Flavio Silva has given birth to plenty of memes online after his poor performances in pre-season in the Netherlands, but we'll give him time for now. Relatively new arrival Tashreeq Morris is a veteran of the South African scene but hardly a long-term option at 31. Also, he's never been the most prolific player. For all of his industry and hard work, 28-year-old Ashley Du Preez is also not the answer. Can Etiosa Ighodaro come in and buck this trend, and will Chiefs even pull off a deal for the 24-year-old Nigerian? Mduduzi Shabalala and Mdundo Vilakazi are understandably loved by Amakhosi faithful after coming through the club's DDC ranks. However, Vilakazi is still not a first-team regular, while 21-year-old Shabalala's goal/assist output isn't reliable as things stand. His decision-making in the final third has also been questioned more than once. Kaizer Chiefs are facing the same problem YET AGAIN Mdu or Die in action. Image: @kaizerchiefs / X With Cape Town Spurs now in the third tier of South African football, Chiefs believe this is the time to pounce for Asanele Velebayi and Luke Baartman. Chiefs believed that targets Luke Baartman and Asanele Velebayi were no longer contractually tied to the Mother City outfit Cape Town Spurs. This, after Spurs' relegation from the Motsepe Foundation Championship to the amateur ABC Motsepe League. Click for more on the chase for Velebayi and Baartman Let us know by leaving a comment below or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Also, subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
3 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs transfer news: Sundowns player and goalkeeper
Kaizer Chiefs followers have been desperate for clarity. Etiosa Ighodaro, who recently played on loan at AmaZulu, had supposedly signed for Amakhosi. With the Betway Premiership starting in less than a month, the 24-year-old Nigerian has still not been seen in a Kaizer Chiefs tracksuit. What's actually happening? Didn't his deal with Mamelodi Sundowns run its course? Orlando Pirates news: Makgopa, Radiopane and Mofokeng Etiosa Ighodaro playing for AmaZulu in the Betway Premiership. Image: @amazulufc/X 'At the moment Kaizer Chiefs are waiting on Sundowns,' an insider said. 'Ighodaro has one year remaining on his contract with Sundowns and only if they can release him first as a free agent or if they can buy him from the remaining months on his contract… Full story here. Orlando Pirates transfer news: Bafana Bafana defender The name of Renaldo Leaner has become rather popular with Kaizer Chiefs supporters since the end of last season. The 27-year-old goalkeeper from Elsies River, Cape Town, caught Kaizer Chiefs' attention after superb performances for Sekhukhune United and Bafana Bafana. According to reports, Amakhosi, who are expected to part ways with Fiacre Ntwari, are interested in Leaner but have not made formal enquiries yet…Full story here. 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 South African
6 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs news: Nigerian striker and live match on SABC
Kaizer Chiefs followers have been desperate for clarity. Etiosa Ighodaro, who recently played on loan at AmaZulu, had supposedly signed for Amakhosi. With the Betway Premiership starting in less than a month, the 24-year-old Nigerian has still not been seen in a Kaizer Chiefs tracksuit. What's actually happening? Didn't his deal with Mamelodi Sundowns run its course? A fair warning sent to new Orlando Pirates star Kaizer Chiefs target Etiosa Ighodaro playing for AmaZulu in the Betway Premiership against Amakhosi. Image: Goal According to the latest report, the towering striker is still a Sundowns player until June 2026. Amakhosi are therefore waiting on Sundowns to make a decision on Ighodaro. New Orlando Pirates signing will 'die' on the field 'At the moment Kaizer Chiefs are waiting on Sundowns…' Full story here. Kaizer Chiefs are back into the spotlight this weekend. It is the Toyota Cup this Saturday, 26 July 2025, against Ghanaian giants Asante Kotoko at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban. Kaizer Chiefs will do with some redemption in this year's Toyota Cup against Asante Kotoko. Last year's inaugural event saw a disappointing showing, as Amakhosi suffered a heavy 4–0 defeat to Tanzania's Young Africans. Following an unconvincing transfer window, Saturday's encounter offers a chance to reset that narrative in front of their home fans… Full story here. 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 South African
7 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs waiting to sign 11th striker in five years
Kaizer Chiefs are fully pursuing what will be an 11th striker signing in five Betway Premiership seasons. Etiosa Ighodaro, who recently played on loan at AmaZulu from Mamelodi Sundowns, has not actually signed for Amakhosi as previously claimed. With the Betway Premiership starting in less than a month, the 24-year-old Nigerian has still not been seen in a Kaizer Chiefs tracksuit. What's actually happening? Didn't his deal with Mamelodi Sundowns run its course? New Orlando Pirates signing will 'die' on the field Kaizer Chiefs target Etiosa Ighodaro playing for AmaZulu in the Betway Premiership against Amakhosi. Image: Goal According to the latest report, the towering striker is still a Sundowns player until June 2026. Amakhosi are therefore waiting on Sundowns to make a decision on Ighodaro. Kaizer Chiefs news: R70 million income and experienced number six 'At the moment Kaizer Chiefs are waiting on Sundowns,' an insider told Soccer Laduma . 'Ighodaro has one year remaining on his contract with Sundowns and only if they can release him first as a free agent or if they can buy him from the remaining months on his contract. 'But Chiefs are interested in him and depending on what Sundowns' decision is, then Chiefs would still sign him before the start of the season.' Following the signing of Flavio Silva, Kaizer Chiefs attempted a 10th center forward solution since 2020: Samir Nurkovic Leonardo Castro Lazarous Kambole Christian Saile Caleb Bimenyimana Jasond Gonzalez Ashley Du Preez Ranga Chivaviro Tashreeq Morris Flavio Silva. In the meantime, Sundowns will have a say on Kaizer Chiefs' pursuit of Ighodaro. 'As soon as he obtains his Permanent Residence Permit, then Sundowns are believed to be willing to keep him because he won't affect their foreign quota and then it would be difficult for Chiefs to sign him this season,' the insider continued. 'But it's believed that if there is a fee to be paid then Sundowns would consider letting him go whether it's to Kaizer Chiefs or any other team,' he concluded. 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 South African
23-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Update on Kaizer Chiefs and Nigerian striker
Kaizer Chiefs followers have been desperate for clarity. Etiosa Ighodaro, who recently played on loan at AmaZulu, had supposedly signed for Amakhosi. With the Betway Premiership starting in less than a month, the 24-year-old Nigerian has still not been seen in a Kaizer Chiefs tracksuit. What's actually happening? Didn't his deal with Mamelodi Sundowns run its course? Kaizer Chiefs news: R70 million income and experienced number six The latest on Etiosa Ighodaro and Kaizer Chiefs move. Image: According to the latest report, the towering striker is still a Sundowns player until June 2026. Amakhosi are therefore waiting on Sundowns to make a decision on Ighodaro. Kaizer Chiefs news: Underfire striker and more signings 'At the moment Kaizer Chiefs are waiting on Sundowns,' an insider told Soccer Laduma . 'Ighodaro has one year remaining on his contract with Sundowns and only if they can release him first as a free agent or if they can buy him from the remaining months on his contract. 'But Chiefs are interested in him and depending on what Sundowns' decision is, then Chiefs would still sign him before the start of the season. Additional details say Sundowns are unable to register Ighodaro since the Betway Premiership champions already have five foreign players. The Kaizer Chiefs target will only qualify for his Permanent Residence Permit in 2026. 'As soon as he obtains his Permanent Residence Permit, then Sundowns are believed to be willing to keep him because he won't affect their foreign quota and then it would be difficult for Chiefs to sign him this season. 'But it's believed that if there is a fee to be paid then Sundowns would consider letting him go whether it's to Kaizer Chiefs or any other team,' the insider concluded. 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.
