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Kaze reacts at Lilepo's silly red card

The Glamour Boys co-coach has been left frustrated by the 'unfortunate' sending off of the Amakhosi star during the club’s victory over Usuthu on Saturday afternoon. Despite securing a vital three points at the Moses Mabhida Stadium, the Congolese winger's moment of madness has overshadowed an otherwise clinical performance.

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Zitha Kwinika, Given Msimango, Glody Lilepo and Aden McCarthy, Kaizer Chiefs

Chiefs move to tie down star forward

Amakhosi have moved swiftly to open contract extension talks with forward Glody Makabi Lilepo as they look to secure his long-term future at Naturena. The Congolese import has become a central figure for the Glamour Boys this term, forcing the club’s management to move quickly before competing suitors step in.

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Sekhukhune United vs Kaizer Chiefs, May 2026

Sekhukhune 0-2 Chiefs: 'We are subjected to dull football; we need a coach with a clear plan; Morris qualified us for CAF'

CAF Confederation Cup qualification was hanging in the balance coming into this game, the stakes couldn’t have been any higher. In a dramatic twist, one of the forgotten Glamour Boys stars rose from the shadows to stamp his mark when it mattered most, etching his name back into the hearts of the supporters. The Soweto giants dug deep and showed real character to script a strong finish to the 2025/26 Premier Soccer League campaign, sealing their place on the continental stage in style with two games left.

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Khalil Ben Youssef, Kaizer Chiefs, January 2026

'Good headache' as Chiefs prepare for ultimate clash vs Pirates

The coaches of respective sides are scratching their heads over who they should select for the high-stakes encounter on Sunday. Given that Bucs need a win to remain in the tight league title race, Amakhosi also need points as they chase a top-three slot. This means the coaches will select their strongest line-ups, but the Chiefs' tactician has acknowledged a headache in one particular department.

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Kaizer Chiefs, TS Galaxy, April 2025

Chiefs 2-0 Galaxy: 'Amakhosi might remove Pirates from No. 2; Glamour Boys are only playing for fun!'

The Glamour Boys kept their winning run rolling as they hosted the Rockets in their Premier Soccer League showdown, pushing to finish the 2025/26 season strongly. With CAF Confederation Cup ambitions in sight, the door has now swung open for an even better finish, as Wandile Dube and co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef hinted, and this hot streak could prove key in turning what once seemed unlikely into reality.

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Lebohang Lesako, Orbit College, Nkosingiphile Ngcobo, Kaizer Chiefs, March 2026

Orbit College 1-3 Chiefs: 'I see a draw against Sundowns! Amakhosi are boring'

Amakhosi went into Monday afternoon’s clash at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium aiming to replicate their memorable 4-1 victory over the Rustenburg side, seeking to strengthen their push for one final mission, finishing third on the Premier Soccer League table and securing a coveted CAF Confederation Cup qualification spot. On the other end, Orbit continues to fight for survival in the top flight, still anchored to 15th position and battling to climb out of the relegation zone.

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Kaizer Chiefs, Magesi, March 2026

Kaze: Chiefs can only get better

The Amakhosi co-coach is adamant that his team is on an upward trajectory following their clinical 2-0 victory over Magesi FC on Saturday night. Goals from youngsters Wandile Duba and Mfundo Vilakazi ensured the Soweto giants secured back-to-back wins, moving them up to fourth in the Premier Soccer League standings. Despite the positive result, Kaze insists there is still plenty of room for improvement as the club chases a top-three finish.

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Kaizer Chiefs, March 2026

Chiefs 2-0 Magesi: 'Amakhosi will take MTN8 from Pirates! Glamour Boys frustrate me'

In recent weeks, Amakhosi were under immense pressure following elimination from two competitions and a four-match losing run. Bowing out of the CAF Confederation Cup and the Nedbank Cup, plus Premier Soccer League losses, shattered their ambitions to end the season with at least one piece of silverware. While their chances of claiming a PSL title are slim, what is certainly reachable is a top-three finish.

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