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The South African
19-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
'I was called a traiter for joining Pirates' – Ex-Kaizer Chiefs star
Former Kaizer Chiefs striker Siyabonga Nomvethe has revealed that he was called a traitor for joining Orlando Pirates in 2006. Having signed from African Wanderers in 1998, 'Bhele' made a name for himself at Amakhosi, scoring 42 times in 29 matches for the Soweto giants. In 2001, he was signed by Italian outfit Udinese but spent most of his time loaned out to several Italian clubs. In 2006, Novethe returned to South Africa but did not join Kaizer Chiefs, instead he joined Orlando Pirates in what was a shock move. He scored four times in 14 matches for the Buccaneers before he went back to Europe. 'Chiefs wanted to sign me on a long-term contract,' Nomvethe told iDiski Times . 'But I was only home for six months and I wanted to go back to Europe. Pirates showed interest, and they agreed on a six-month term, and I joined them. 'I did not bother myself about people who felt I was a traitor by joining Pirates instead of Chiefs because I knew what was happening.' The former Bafana Bafana striker did return to the PSL in 2009 but did not join Chiefs or Pirates. He signed with Moroka Swallows where he spent seven years with them before moving to AmaZulu in 2016. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
16-05-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs legend backs Amakhosi to sign 63-goal striker
Former Kaizer Chiefs striker Siyabonga Nomvethe has called for his former club to sign ex-Golden Arrows forward Knox Mutizwa. The 31-year-old Zimbabwean striker recently left the KwaZulu-Natal team, having fallen out of favour with the club's head coach Manqoba Mngqithi. Amakhosi have struggled for goals this season, with only Ashley Du Preez scoring important goals for the club. Both Ranga Chivaviro and Tashreeq Morris have struggled for game time recently. 'Mutizwa is a good striker and a perfect match for Kaizer Chiefs,' Nomvethe told KickOff. 'You can see how Golden Arrows have struggled in his absence; I wouldn't mind if Chiefs signed him. Mutizwa is a quality striker who knows how to score. Chiefs should sign him now. At 31, he should be at the peak of his career, and his experience could greatly benefit Kaizer Chiefs. 'You can have young players, but in certain situations, a lack of experience can hinder the conversion of scoring opportunities,' he said. 'As a Chiefs player, you need to work hard because it's a big club. Playing for Chiefs is not a vacation; you have to perform well. Scoring goals is the only way to keep Kaizer Chiefs supporters happy. 'Mutizwa's awareness inside the box can help Kaizer Chiefs immensely. He is clinical, he understands the game, and when he wants to score, he often does. He is a talented striker who isn't greedy and can capitalise on even the smallest chances to find the net.' Mutizwa has scored 63 goals for Arrows in 231 matches. Chiefs need a prolific striker next season but Mutizwa might not be well-received by fans. Congolese striker Fiston Mayele has been linked to the club since 2023. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
