Kaizer Chiefs reveal why Nasreddine Nabi will not be available for their PSL opening game against Stellenbosch - 'A critical accident has occurred'

Kaizer Chiefs have explained why head coach Nasreddine Nabi will not travel to Cape Town for their Premier Soccer League-opening game against Stellenbosch FC.

According to Amakhosi, the tactician will not be available because a 'critical accident involving his wife' has occurred.

"We regret to inform our supporters that Coach Nasreddine Nabi will not be travelling with the team to Cape Town for our opening game of the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season against Stellenbosch FC this Sunday. A critical accident involving his wife has occurred at his home in Tunisia, prompting the coach to travel this evening to be with her and the family," the Chiefs statement read.

"Coach Nabi will return to South Africa once the situation has stabilised. The coach has had discussions with the technical team to prepare for the game."

"Kaizer Chiefs would like to extend its best wishes to Coach Nabi and his family during this challenging time. We ask all supporters to keep them in your thoughts and prayers."

In Nabi's absence, his assistants Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef are expected to be in charge of the team, the club announced.

Amakhosi will face Stellies on Sunday at Athlone Stadium.

This is a game that the Glamour Boys hope to win and set a positive momentum into the new campaign.