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When were Kaizer Chiefs founded?

Kaizer Chiefs were founded in January 1970 when Kaizer Motaung returned to South Africa from the USA where he played as a striker for the Atlanta Chiefs of the North American Soccer League (NASL).

How did Kaizer Chiefs get their name?

Club founder Kaizer Motaung combined his own first name with the second name of the club (Atlanta Chiefs) he played for while in the USA.

Who are the owners of Kaizer Chiefs?

Kaizer Motaung is the owner and chairman of the club with various other undisclosed individuals and entities holding shares in the club.

What is Kaizer Chiefs stadium called?

The club’s official home ground is the FNB Stadium but the club regularly plays home matches at other grounds, most notably the Moses Mabhida Stadium and New Peter Mokaba Stadium.

What are Kaizer Chiefs nicknames?

The club is known as Amakhosi or The Glamour Boys by fans.

How many trophies have Kaizer Chiefs won?

52 domestic trophies and one African Cup Winners Cup (2001).

How many times have Kaizer Chiefs won the top-flight league title?

Chiefs have won a total of 12 league titles under the auspices of the PSL (4), NSL (3) and NPSL (5).

Who has made the most appearances for Kaizer Chiefs?

Doctor Khumalo holds this record with 497 appearances.

Who is Kaizer Chiefs all-time top scorer?

Marks Maponyane with 85 goals.