Kaizer Chiefs will be aiming to bounce back in the Betway Premiership when they face Stellenbosch FC, a match that marks Stellies’ first league game of 2025. The Glamour Boys are coming off a disappointing 1-0 loss to Cape Town City, managed by their former coach, Muhsin Ertugral, on Sunday. Now, under the guidance of Nasreddine Nabi, Chiefs will look to secure all three points against Steve Barker’s Stellenbosch side in what promises to be a tough encounter.
Currently, Chiefs find themselves in seventh place on the league table with 15 points from 11 matches, while Stellenbosch sits just above them in fifth with 16 points from 10 games. The clash will be a crucial one for both teams, as both have been struggling for consistency this season.
Nabi, who has come under scrutiny following Chiefs’ recent loss, is under pressure to turn things around. There have been concerns about his ability to manage the club and whether the current squad has the quality to compete at the highest level. Chiefs need a positive result to regain their momentum and get their season back on track.
Stellenbosch, although not in their best form, have managed to keep themselves in a solid position on the log. In their last five matches, they’ve won two, drawn two, and lost one. Despite their own struggles, they remain ahead of Chiefs and will be looking to extend their lead in what will be their first match of the new year.
The game is set to be an important one for both teams, with Kaizer Chiefs desperately needing to find their rhythm and Stellenbosch hoping to maintain their edge over their rivals.
