Kaizer Chiefs coach Nasreddine Nabi is painting a prettier picture in Soweto.
However, as he continues to sign more players and hire additional staff, his evolving canvas will face intense scrutiny—especially if they finish the season empty-handed.
Will his AmaKhosi career be a masterpiece encapsulated by trophies and highlight moments, or will it be something to forget? Like an artist whose brush strokes either craft a timeless legacy or fade into obscurity.
An exciting team to watch
So far, so good for Nabi’s side, who currently sit seventh on the log with at least a game in hand on five of their above-placed opponents.
Months before taking over the reins at Kaizer Chiefs, the Soweto Giants finished last season in 10th position, concluding their worst campaign in history.
Fast-forward to today, and they’re firing on all cylinders, scoring ten goals in their opening four games, including a 4-0 victory over SuperSport United in the Telkom Cup last weekend.
All great managers know what makes their players tick, and he’s done just that with youngsters Wandile Duba and Mduduzi Shabalala, who have both been instrumental in AmaKhosi’s impressive start to the season.
Kaizer Chiefs usher in new signings
Under Nabi’s demands, Kaizer Chiefs brought in seven high-profile players over the winter, including Gastón Sirino, Inacio Miguel and Bradley Cross, who have positively impacted the team’s performance.
They’ve even hired the mangers old friend and colleague Cedric Kaze for good measure.
However, with so much investment comes increased pressure—one that Nabi can only diffuse by winning.
AmaKhosi management and fans won’t have much patience if the season turns sour, suggesting it to be a do-or-die year for the Tunisian native.
Boldly, Nabi insists that the club buy more players—who won’t come cheap—in January’s transfer window, with Asanele Velebayi, Oswin Appollis, and Michael Olunga at the top of his wish list.
With the Kaizer Chiefs desperate to end their near ten-year trophy drought, many believe Nabi is the man to take them back to glory; however, people can quickly forget one’s credentials when enduring a dip in form.
That’s the ruthless nature of sport, where players and managers can come and go like seasons in the year.
Good luck, Nabi—everyone’s watching.
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