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The South African
3 hours ago
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs star left out of European tour as another exit looms?
Kaizer Chiefs FC are set to jet out of the country for their annual pre-season camp next month. The Glamour Boys will set-up base in the Netherlands to get their squad up to speed for the 2025/26 campaign. Last season, Chiefs finished outside of the league's top eight however they managed to win the Nedbank Cup! Kaizer Chiefs will compete in the CAF Confederations Cup next season thanks to their Nedbank Cup triumph. READ MORE • Sundowns hijack key Chiefs transfer target! READ MORE • Orlando Pirates name their asking price for Relebohile Mofokeng! According to the latest reports, Kaizer Chiefs FC will be travelling to Europe without a star midfielder! Colombian star Edson Castillo isn't on the list of players that will be heading to Netherlands, according to Unplayable ! In fact, the player will reportedly leave the club before the start of the new season! 'Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Edson Castillo could be set for a surprise exit with the player said to be exploring his options,' an IDiski Times report read. Head coach Nasreddine Nabi is reportedly keen on opening up foreign spots at the club. Chiefs have already said goodbye to Sabelo Radebe, Njabulo Blom, Edmilson Dove and Ranga Chivaviro. READ MORE • Kaizer Chiefs spot huge chance to sign Sundowns man! Nasreddine Nabi's side will be competing for four trophies next season. Which players do you think aren't up to the task at Naturena? Let us know by clicking on the comment tab below this article or by emailing info@ or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. You can also follow @ TheSAnews on X and The South African on Facebook for the latest news.
The South African
14 hours ago
- Sport
- The South African
All the names: PSL player signings linked with Kaizer Chiefs
Nasreddine Nabi in charge of Betway Premiership giants Kaizer Chiefs at the FNB Stadium. Image: Sowetan Betway Premiership powerhouse Kaizer Chiefs have been linked with some high-profile names from abroad. The names include Feisal Salum and Fiston Mayele. But what about talent in the local Premier Soccer League? Reports across Mzansi have revealed that Kaizer Chiefs are looking at no fewer than eight targets. While reports say Paseka Mako and Thabiso Monyane are done deals, Amakhosi are linked with a couple more defenders, midfielders and of course, the worrisome forward line. Orlando Pirates news: Mofokeng's father and new coach update Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi at the FNB Stadium. Image: Goal Ime Okon, 21, central defender, SuperSport United Aphiwe Baliti, 23, left back, SuperSport United Renaldo Leaner, 27, goalkeeper, Sekhukhune United Oswin Appollis, 23, winger, Polokwane City Asanele Velebayi, 22, winger, Cape Town Spurs Keletso Makgwala, 26, winger, Sekhukhune United Etiosa Ighodaro, 23, striker, Mamelodi Sundowns Sipho Mbule, 27, central midfielder, Mamelodi Sundowns Kaizer Chiefs news: West African keeper and Mbule 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. All eyes have been on Amakhosi's transfer activities. Can they move closer to Betway Premiership rivals Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates next season? With ambitions to revamp midfield and attack, Kaizer Chiefs are linked with several talents from the Tanzania Premier League, the Egypt Premier League and a striker from the top division in Hungary. With the Premier League's foreign players quota set at five per club, Amakhosi are expected to free up three spots… SEVEN MENTIONED NAMES:
The South African
17 hours ago
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates pre-season opponents revealed!
Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates will travel to Europe for their pre-season training ahead of the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season. Amakhosi will jet off the Netherlands while their Soweto rivals are expected to arrive in Spain in July. This week, Dutch side Utrecht FC have confirmed they will lock horns with the Nedbank Cup champions on 11 July. 'The next opponent will follow on 11 July. The most popular club in South Africa will be the opponent: Kaizer Chiefs. This match will also be played behind closed doors,' the club said. Kaizer Chiefs' pre-season tour of the Netherlands will take place between 3 July and on 19 July. Nasreddine Nabi's men are expected to play several friendly matches before returning home. Pirates on the otherhand, are yet to confirm its pre-season plans, English League One side Bolton Wanderers however announced that it will play the Buccaneers in July. In a statement, the former English Premier League side announced that the pre-season match against Orlando Pirates will take place in Spain. 'The trip will conclude with a friendly fixture against South African giants, Orlando Pirates. 'The match against the Buccaneers will take place on Friday, 11 July, with an 11am local time kick-off at the Marbella Football Centre,' the club said. 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
18 hours ago
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs' first opponents of the season revealed!
Kaizer Chiefs are staring at a potentially very busy 2025/26 season after qualifying for continental football. Chiefs had a mixed season where they won their first trophy in 10 years, but missed out on a top eight finish. Missing out on a top eight finish means that Chiefs will be spared extra games in the form the MTN8. But they're expected to travel the continent and have those extra fixtures through the CAF Confederation Cup. That potentially rigorous schedule will need the best preparations from the team who have announced their pre-season plans. This publication had previously revealed that Chiefs will be back in Europe for their pre-season. The club revealed that they are set to head to the Netherlands for their season's preparations. They are set to start their program there on the 3rd of July. They will be spending a fortnight in Europe as they end their trip on the 19th. Last time out, they were in Turkey for a similar period. Although it was their first pre-season under Nasreddine Nabi, the Tunisian joined the team with their program under way. This time around, Nabi will be there from the start and will oversee some matches. Chiefs' first fixture of the turn of the season has already been unveiled. They are set to take on Dutch side FC Utrecht, who confirmed the fixture themselves. 'The most popular club in South Africa will be the opponent: Kaizer Chiefs. This match will also be played behind closed doors,' wrote a statement from FC Utrecht. This fixture is set to take place on the 11th of July. It is unclear if it will be broadcasted. Chiefs fans, are you excited to see how your team will look by the time they arrive in the Netherlands? 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
a day ago
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs vs Dutch side: Dates, details and opponent revealed
Kaizer Chiefs will face Eredivisie outfit Utrecht FC during their upcoming pre-season tour of the Netherlands, as preparations for the 2025/26 campaign intensify. The Soweto giants recently announced their European pre-season tour, with the Dutch leg running from 3 to 19 July. The highly anticipated friendly between Chiefs and Utrecht will take place on 11 July, although fans won't be allowed inside the stadium as the match will be played behind closed doors. Utrecht confirmed the fixture through an official club statement via social media channels. 'The next opponent will follow on 11 July. The most popular club in South Africa will be the opponent: Kaizer Chiefs. This match will also be played behind closed doors,' the Dutch club stated on their website. While last season's European pre-season tour saw Chiefs take on various lower-tier sides, this time the club will test themselves against top-flight European opposition. Utrecht, who also scheduled a clash against Siyabonga Ngezana's Steaua Bucharest, bring a tougher challenge that could sharpen Chiefs' competitive edge ahead of the domestic season. Head coach Nasreddine Nabi will officially kick off the new campaign with pre-season training resuming on Friday, 20 June. Chiefs will look to build momentum after securing the Nedbank Cup title. Using this Dutch tour to fine-tune their tactics, fitness and squad dynamics. The Utrecht fixture not only reflects Kaizer Chiefs' ambition to elevate their game but also offers Nabi a crucial opportunity to evaluate his squad against a club of proven European pedigree. Will Kaizer Chiefs beat Utrecht in their pre-season friendly? 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.
