A new chapter is beginning at Naturena as Kaizer Chiefs prepare for the 2024/25 Betway Premiership season, now led by their recently appointed head coach, Nasreddine Nabi. With a refreshed squad and innovative tactics, Amakhosi supporters are hopeful for a successful run, even though pre-season performances have been inconsistent. Here’s a look at the team’s full fixture list and an analysis of their preparations under Nabi.

Kaizer Chiefs 2024/25 Fixtures:

September 14th: Marumo Gallants (Away)
September 22nd: Stellenbosch FC (Home)
September 25th: AmaZulu (Away)
September 28th: Mamelodi Sundowns (Home)
October 26th: SuperSport United (Away)
October 30th: Magesi FC (Away)
November 9th: Royal AM (Home)
November 30th: Sekhukhune United FC (Home)
December 8th: Polokwane City (Away)
December 16th: TS Galaxy (Away)
December 29th: Chippa United (Away)

Note: The highly anticipated Soweto Derby against Orlando Pirates will take place on February 1, 2025.

Preparations and Expectations for Kaizer Chiefs:

Nabi’s first few months have seen mixed results. Despite some encouraging moments and noticeable tactical adjustments, the team has faced challenges. Notable defeats, such as a 4-0 loss to Young Africans and a 3-0 setback against TS Galaxy, have highlighted defensive issues. On the other hand, victories over Al-Shahaniya and a draw with Dibba Al-Hisn suggest that the squad is starting to embrace Nabi’s methods.

The coach has been working diligently to instil his tactical philosophy and enhance the squad’s fitness and chemistry. Key signings like Fiacre Ntwari, Gaston Sirino, and Bongani Sam are expected to add strength and depth to the team.

Though optimism is high, it’s clear that Nabi will need time to fully embed his style and shape the squad according to his vision. Supporters will need to exercise patience as the team navigates the challenges of this transitional period.

Conclusion:

The upcoming 2024/25 Betway Premiership season holds a lot of promise for Kaizer Chiefs. Under Nabi’s stewardship, the club is looking to return to its winning ways and claim some long-awaited silverware. Although there will be hurdles to overcome and doubts already mounting, the future appears bright for the Amakhosi faithful as they look forward to the journey ahead.