It is far too early in the season to be predicting great things, but Kaizer Chiefs’ bright start to the 2024-25 Betway Premiership has set tongues wagging, and their supporters might even have hope they can get one over seven-time champions Mamelodi Sundowns on Saturday.
Amakhosi beat AmaZulu at Moses Mabhida Stadium AmaZulu in a 3-1 win on Wednesday night. Two new signings — Angolan central defender Inácio Miguel and former Sundowns forward Gaston Sirino — were on the scoresheet. The first goal of the three was scored by Ranga Chivaviro, who has looked fitter and sharper after a poor season in 2023-24.
That was Chiefs’ second victory after starting with a 2-1 win against Marumo Gallants at Free State Stadium.
Amakhosi supporters have been roused by the bright start under new coach Nasreddine Nabi and his technical staff, providing hope that their disastrous nine seasons without silverware might be nearing an end.
Walking in Johannesburg CBD on Thursday morning, one could easily spot Chiefs supporters proudly wearing the team’s regalia. Social media has also been flooded with posts from buoyant Amakhosi fans celebrating the two wins.