Nasreddine Nabi blames congested fixtures for Kaizer Chiefs woes despite Orlando Pirates & Mamelodi Sundowns facing a worse situation - 'There is not really much you can work on when you play every three days'

Kaizer Chiefs lost 2-0 to Richards Bay on Sunday to remain in position eight on the Premier Soccer League table.

It was Amakhosi's ninth league defeat of the season and they have won just once in their last five PSL games, with the other results being three defeats and a draw.

But Nabi has found an excuse for why they have been struggling.

"I think we play games every three days and there is not really much you can work on when you play every three days," said Nabi as per Soccer Laduma.

"It's true that we have been struggling in that area and we hope that with the international break, where we can work on certain things."

Nabi was asked if he is already looking at bringing in a forward to ease their goal-scoring woes.

"I think the answer of the question [Chiefs needing a number 9] will come after the end of the season after having assessed the squad and what it needs," added the Tunisian.

While Nabi appears to be complaining about a congested fixture programme, their traditional rivals Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns are in a worse situation.

Despite being in a demanding position of chasing the PSL title, the Buccaneers and Masandawana also have to balance that with the punishing Caf Champions League schedule where they have reached the quarter-finals.

Not so long ago, Amakhosi were inactive between February 18 and March 1, giving them time to work on their frailties but they still struggle for consistency.

Amakhosi now go into the Fifa international break and will be back in action on March 30 with a visit to Golden Arrows.

That should be enough time for Nabi to work on his team to return a better side.