Kaizer Chiefs announce another new signing

Kaizer Chiefs announce another new signing

PSL giants Kaizer Chiefs have announced former SuperSport United defender Luke Fleurs as the latest new signing. Fleurs has been on trial with the club for some a while now and has reportedly impressed the management.

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Recently departed coach Molefi Ntseki had also given an indication that the club was impressed with the 23-year-old. Amakhosi officially announced the signing of the player on Thursday afternoon.

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The South African junior international has signed a two-year contract, with an option for a further season.

“We are very excited and happy to have Luke join us,” said Chiefs Sporting Director, Kaizer Motaung Jr.

“The young man has great technical abilities and I think he will fit really well into how we want to approach the game and the kind of football we would like to play going forward.

“Of course, being a youth international and having experienced the Olympics, as well as having many PSL games under his belt, we believe his attributes will benefit the team,” added Motaung Jr.

PSL giants Kaizer Chiefs have announced former SuperSport United defender Luke Fleurs as the latest new signing.
Luke Fleurs

LUKE FLEURS THE LATEST NEW SIGNING BY KAIZER CHIEFS 

Fleurs couldn’t hide his delight after officially joining the glamour boys. “I feel so pleased to sign because I always wanted to be part of the Glamour Boys,” said Fleurs.

“There is a great bond here; it has that family feel. I just wanted to get started on the job of winning silverware. This is the biggest Club and I want to help us win things.”

“We have been training well and I am used to the setup,” he added.

“Results haven’t been going our way lately but we will turn it around through hard work because there is great talent here and we will get it right.”

The player is expected to be ready for selection, having spent time training with the club already. Motaung Jr. also says it’s a matter of time before the defender gets involved.

“We are looking to get everyone on board as soon as possible,” added Motaung Jr.

“We know that Luke is fit and raring to go, so we will leave it up to the technical staff to make that call, but we are hoping to see him playing for us soon.”

BREAKING NEWS: Molefi Ntseki fired by Kaizer Chiefs 

BREAKING NEWS: Molefi Ntseki fired by Kaizer Chiefs 

Molefi Ntseki has been fired by Soweto Giants Kaizer Chiefs with Cavin Johnson taking over as new coach. The decision was announced by the club on Monday after a meeting held on Monday morning.

Amakhosi were knocked out of the Carling Knockout on Saturday after a 1-0 loss to AmaZulu. They are now left with the Nedbank Cup and also the DStv Premiership to try end their eight-season trophy drought. 

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“Following a meeting on Monday morning, Molefi Ntseki’s tenure as Head Coach of Kaizer Chiefs has ended amicably by mutual consent. Given the recent run of disappointing results, the parties agreed that this was the best course of action under the prevailing circumstances,” the club said in a statement. 

“Cavin Johnson, who recently joined Chiefs as Head of the Youth Development Academy, will take over as the First Team coach on an interim basis. Current assistant coach Dillon Sheppard will retain his position under Johnson.

“Assistant Coach, Arthur Zwane will return to his former role within the development structures of the Club,” they said. 

Molefi Ntseki fired by Kaizer Chiefs, Cavin Johnson appointed new coach
Arthur Zwane returns to his role at Kaizer Chiefs development

KAIZER CHIEFS HAVE FIRED COACH MOLEFI NTSEKI, CAVIN JOHNSON NEW MENTOR

Coach Ntseki arrived at Chiefs in June 2021 as Head of Technical and Youth Development. He took over as the senior team Head Coach in June 2023.

“I would like to thank Coach Ntseki for his contribution to the Club since he arrived here. Both at the development level and with the senior team. We wish him success in his future endeavours,” said Sporting Director, Kaizer Motaung Jr.

Ntseki also expressed his gratitude to the Chairman, Dr. Kaizer Motaung, and the Board of Directors for the opportunity to coach Amakhosi. He also wished the team all the best for the rest of the season.

Dr Kaizer Motaung to be inducted into the SA Hall of Fame

Dr Kaizer Motaung to be inducted into the SA Hall of Fame

Founder and Chairman of Kaizer Chiefs Dr Kaizer Motaung will be inducted into the South African Hall of Fame on Thursday, 9 November.

Dr Motaung’s induction ceremony will be held during a gala dinner at a venue befitting the stature of the occasion. It is also held in a special collaboration with hospitality and entertainment group Tsogo Sun.

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“Dr. Kaizer Motaung, an iconic figure in South African sports history, has significantly shaped the landscape of football in the nation. As the visionary founder and Chairman of the renowned Kaizer Chiefs Football Club, his influence reaches far beyond the field,” said Chairman of the South African Hall of Fame, Johnny Burger,

“With this induction, his extraordinary contributions will be permanently enshrined in the annals of the South African Hall of Fame.”

Chairman of Kaizer Chiefs Dr Kaizer Motaung will be inducted into the South African Hall of Fame on Thursday, 9 November.
Dr Kaizer Motaung

KAIZER CHIEFS OWNER TO BE INDUCTED ON THURSDAY 

Guests, including luminaries from the world of sport and government, will come together to pay tribute to Dr. Motaung’s achievements .

The South African Hall of Fame said Dr. Motaung’s remarkable legacy would be honoured for his “unwavering dedication, profound impact and indelible mark on the sport. Also for his major contribution as a world-class footballer, administrator and business leader.

“Your nomination for this prestigious award is a testament to your enduring commitment. Your ability to effect positive change in the lives of countless individuals through your remarkable work,” added the organisers.  

SOUTH AFRICA HALL OF FAME ADDS DR KAIZER MOTAUNG TO PRESTIGIOUS LIST 

Previous inductees into the South African Hall of Fame also include former President, Nelson Mandela, Gary Player. Springbok Rugby World Cup winning teams [1995 and 2007] Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Bafana Bafana’s 1995 African Nations Cup winning team.

“This gala event promises to be an unforgettable evening. Honouring a man whose legacy has transcended sport and has become an integral part of the nation’s cultural fabric.”

Chiefs have also revealed that the induction into the South African Hall of Fame will also be celebrated at the Soweto Derby.  Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates will lock horns at FNB Stadium on Saturday, 11 November 2023.

Polokwane Municipality provides free rides for Chiefs match

Polokwane Municipality provides free rides for Chiefs match

The Polokwane Municipality have announced a free ride through the Leeto la Polokwane bus service for the Kaizer Chiefs match on Wednesday. Kaizer Chiefs will take on SuperSport United in a DStv Premiership match at New Peter Mokaba Stadium.

FREE RIDE FOR KAIZER CHIEFS MATCH AT PETER MOKABA STADIUM

SuperSport are the hosts for the encounter as part of the seven matches they will host in the capital of Limpopo. According to the information provided by the Municipality communications team, the bus will ferry fans from Polokwane CBD as well as Flora Park. This will also include a return trip after the match.

Here are the routes Leeto la Polokwane will use to the stadium:

LEETO LA POLOKWANE MUNICIPALITY CBD -STADIUM ROUTE

Church Street [505], – Marshall Street – Webster Street drop-off traffic circle [Edu Park], – Thabo Mbeki Street- Church Street- Rissik Street- Jorrison Street- Church Street.

SAVANNAH MALL – STADIUM ROUTE

Savannah Mall – Webster Street-turn back at first traffic circle [Edu Park] – Marshall Street- MacDonald Street- Boshoff Street – De Wet Drive – Grobler Street – Savannah Mall.

The Polokwane Municipality have announced a free ride through the Leeto la Polokwane bus service for the Kaizer Chiefs match on Wednesday.
New Peter Mokaba Stadium

Fans will only be allowed provided they have a Leeto travel card. Or a once-off special operations ticket bought at a Leeto sales point. The match is scheduled for 19:30.

SuperSport United are currently fifth in the DStv Premiership log having played five matches. They have so far collected 10 points, eight behind log leaders Mamelodi Sundowns. Kaizer Chiefs on the other hand are in seventh position having collected two points less than United. They have been under fire from their fans to win their first trophy in over eight seasons. 

Kaizer Chiefs issue apology to the PSL

Kaizer Chiefs issue apology to the PSL

Kaizer Chiefs have issued an apology to the Premier Soccer League and sponsors for the behaviour of their fans.

Chiefs were slapped with a R100,000 fine by the PSL for the unruly behaviour. This follows an incident against TS Galaxy where they lost 1-0. ‘

KAIZER CHIEFS OFFICIAL APOLOGY

“Kaizer Chiefs hereby unreservedly apologizes to the PSL, all PSL member clubs, TS Galaxy FC and all of its peace loving supporters, for the behaviour of some of its supporters at the Club’s PSL fixture against TS Galaxy FC at Mbombela Stadium on 20 August 2023.”

Kaizer Chiefs issue apology to the PSL
Chiefs fans attack coach Molefi Ntseki

“The Club condemns this poor and unacceptable behaviour in the strongest possible terms.

“We have commenced a process of engaging with Kaizer Chiefs’ branches on supporter behaviour at football matches.”

The club issued the apology on their official website on Tuesday.

Kaizer Chiefs charged by the PSL for misconduct

Kaizer Chiefs charged by the PSL for misconduct

Kaizer Chiefs have been charged by the PSL following the missile-throwing incident directed at head coach Molefi Ntseki . This is after the 1-0 loss to TS Galaxy on Sunday.

They will appear before the PSL DC on Tuesday, 29 August 2023.

KAIZER CHIEFS CHARGED FOR MISCONDUCT

“I confirm that I preferred charges of misconduct against Kaizer Chiefs. This is as a result of a missile-throwing incident that transpired in a match between themselves and TS Galaxy this past Sunday. They have been scheduled to appear before the PSL DC on Tuesday, 29 August 2023. Once the DC has pronounced its verdict and the matter finalised, I will then give further updates,” said PSL prosecutor Zola Majavu. 

The Chiefs fans’ behaviour follows a disappointing start to the season by the club. They are yet to win a single match in the opening three DStv Premiership this season. 

Coach Ntseki ah to be escorted by the Police after the match following the incident. “It’s a disappointment for us to have lost a game like this,” said Ntseki after the match.

Kaizer Chiefs charged by the PSL for misconduct over Molefi Ntseki incident
Kaizer Chiefs coach Molefi Ntseki

MOLEFI NTSEKI CONCEDE AMAKHOSI WERE SECOND BEST


“But when you look at the overall performance of the team, we tried very hard. From our observations in terms of how we executed ourselves in the game, we were coming second in everything.

“The energy levels were not as high as we had expected. The intensity of our game was not what we had expected. I think the most important thing for us was to defend well,” he said.

“Apart from the slow start in the first half, you look at the second 25 minutes of the game. We put our foot on the ball and we were very much comfortable
 We even created a few scoring chances but on the day those chances could not be buried. So you look at it to say which areas you need to improve and work on. So if we were to defend well we would not have conceded.”

Another defeat for Kaizer Chiefs in the DStv Premiership

Another defeat for Kaizer Chiefs in the DStv Premiership

Soweto Giants Kaizer Chiefs suffered their second defeat of the 2023/24 DStv Premiership season in three matches. This follows a 1-0 loss to TS Galaxy on Sunday in Mbombela.

Galaxy scored the only goal of the match via a second-half own goal by Brandon Peterson.

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Galaxy were also the dominating team in the first opening 10 minutes and posed a few threats to the Chiefs defense.

Chiefs launched their first move of the match in the tenth minute which nearly resulted in a goal. Striker Ranga Chivaviro was unlucky when his header went over the bar after a beautiful cross by Reeve Frosler.

Chiefs were dealt after striker Ranga Chivaviro was taken off with a hamstring injury as early as the 27th minute. He was replaced by Christian Saile.

Galaxy’s new signing Mpho Mvelase was having a great game on the right-hand side with some quality crosses. Unfortunately, there was no one to connect with from the Galaxy side.

Mlungisi Mbanjana was the first to go to the referees’ book after a foul in Potsane.

Saile came close for Chiefs five minutes from the break but his shot narrowly missed the target with only the keeper to beat.

Galaxy had their own attack but Sebelebele’s shot didn’t have much power to threaten Petersen. Galaxy’s shout for a handball in the 18-area box fell on deaf ears as the referee waved play on. The match went to the halftime break at 0-0.

Another defeat for Kaizer Chiefs in the DStv Premiership
Brandon Peterson

KAIZER CHIEFS SUFFER SECOND DEFEAT OF THE SEASON

GOAL. 1-0

But Galaxy came into the second half a more rejuvenated side and were quickly rewarded with a goal. A shot by new signing Higor Vidal’s shot came off keeper Peterson and resulted in an own goal for Galaxy.

Amakhosi attempted for a quick equaliser but his shot was saved by Galaxy Keeper.

DSTV PREMIERSHIP WEEKEND RESULTS

Chippa United 0-2 Mamelodi Sundowns
AmaZulu 0-0 Richards Bay
Polokwane City 3-1 Cape Town Spurs
Royal AM 1-3 Stellenbosch
SuperSport United 1-0 Cape Town City
TS Galaxy 1-*0 Kaizer Chiefs

Kaizer Chiefs announce Molefi Ntseki as new coach

Kaizer Chiefs announce Molefi Ntseki as new coach

PSL giants Kaizer Chiefs have announced the appointment of Molefi Ntseki as the new Head Coach of the first team, effective immediately. He takes over from Coach Arthur Zwane, who returns to the role of assistant coach, together with Dillon Sheppard.

Prior to this appointment, Ntseki served as the club’s Head of Technical and Youth Development.

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“We would like to congratulate Coach Ntseki and thank him for accepting this huge responsibility,” said Executive Chairman, Dr Kaizer Motaung.

“We know it’s not an easy task but we believe his experience and knowledge will help us improve and achieve our goals as Kaizer Chiefs.

“He has been here for two years, working well with Coaches Arthur and Dillon in his role as Head of Technical, and will now work with them in a different capacity,” added Motaung.

“We look forward to Coach Ntseki sharing his experience and ensuring that there is stability in the team while we improve our performance. We will provide him with all the support he needs in this new role,” added Chairman Motaung.

Kaizer Chiefs announce Molefi Ntseki as new coach
Kaizer Chiefs and Molefi Ntseki

MOLEFI NTSEKI TAKES OVER AS HEAD COACH AT KAIZER CHIEFS

Ntseki says he looks forward to working with everyone in the technical team.

“I fully accept this huge responsibility that the Chairman, our Board of Directors and the Club have bestowed on me with humility and respect and thank them for their confidence and belief in me to become the captain of the ship.

“I look forward to working with everyone involved in the technical team to bring joy to our millions of Amakhosi supporters around the world,” he said.

Meanwhile, the club has appointed former goalkeeper coach Rainer Dinkelacker as a Strategic Adviser in the goalkeeping department. Dinkelacker will work with the goalkeeper coaches and the goalkeepers next season.

He will also have the responsibility of advising on all technical operations and developing the strategy for the goalkeeping department from junior to senior teams.

Chiefs and Pirates legends entertain crowds in Limpopo

Chiefs and Pirates legends entertain crowds in Limpopo

Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates Legends on Sunday graced Malamulele, Collins Chabane Municipality in Limpopo for the Tonic Chabalala annual games. It was the third edition of the matches hosted by the former Orlando Pirates defender through his foundation.

It was an entertaining game infront of a packed Malamulele Stadium. Players from yesteryear representing both the Soweto giants did not disappoint. Amakhosi were the winners on the day with a 3-2 scoreline. Retired referee Victor Hlungwani was the match referee of the day.

Frank Makua opened the scoring for Amakhosi earlier in the first half before striker David Radebe increased the lead a few moments later. The match went to the half time break at 2-1 after the Buccaneers found the back of the net through a Katlego Mashego penalty.

Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs legends entertain crowds in Limpopo
Collins Chabalala and Morgan Gould

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Chiefs continued where they left off in the first half and quickly increased the lead through a Morgan Gould header.

Mashego pulled one back for Pirates, but it was too little too late as Chiefs sealed the victory. Pirates Legend Daniel ‘Sailor’ Tshabalala expressed his delight in once again playing infront of their fans.

“It’s always a marvellous thing [to play infront of the fans] because this is what we love even at our age,” he said.

“We know we still have fans and they want to see us. So it’s nice to give them what they deserve and this is what we are trying to do.”

Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates legends entertain crowds in Malamulele
Katlego Mashego pass through Chiefs players

KAIZER CHIEFS LEGENDS


Aubrey Mathibe, Rodney Thobejane, Morgan Gould, Mandla Masango Frank Makua, Doctor Khumalo, Siphiwe Tshabalala, David Radebe, Thabo Mooki, Tshepo Molatedi, Derrick Spencer, Brilliant Khuzwayo, David Mathebula and Josta Dladla.

ORLANDO PIRATES LEGENDS:


Lucky Shiburi, Tonic Chabalala, Abednigo “Tsotsi No.1” Netshodwe, Innocent Chikoya, Daniel “Sailor” Tshabalala, Edelbert Dinha, Bennett Chenene, Steve Lekoelea, Collins Chabalala, Tebogo Moloi [coach] and Katlego Mashego.

Ex Chiefs official Tshakoane appears in court for R 100 million scheme

Ex Chiefs official Tshakoane appears in court for R 100 million scheme

Former Kaizer Chiefs PRO Louis Tshakoane (74), his wife Suzan Tshakoane (59) his son Louis Tshakoane junior (34) appeared in the Palm Ridge Specialised Commercial Crimes Court on Wednesday. Tshakoane was arrested during the funeral service of Mamelodi Sundowns communications officer, Alex “Goldfingers” Shakoane.

‘He was arrested on charges of fraud, theft, money laundering and contravention of the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act. This follows an execution of a warrant of arrest by the Hawks’ Serious Commercial Crime Investigation based in Johannesburg in relation to an ongoing investigation into an unregistered investment scheme.

Former Kaizer Chiefs PRO Louis Tshakoane at the Funeral of Alex “Goldfingers” Shakoane.

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The accused are alleged to have benefitted from the proceeds of the unregistered investment company known as Undercover Billionaires. He is reported to have participated in the presentations aimed at enticing potential investors with a promise of high returns.

LOUIS TSHAKOANE APPEARS IN COURT

The amount of investments tendered is approximately R100 million. Louis Tshakoane junior, 34 years old was also arrested in a residence at Kempton Park. His first arrest was in 2019 where he was granted bail of R70 000. The accused then made a series of appearances but later absconded. His arrest was also a result of a bench warrant for which he forfeited his bail.

The trio will also appear again in the Palm Ridge Specialised Commercial Crimes Court on 23 May for a formal bail application.