Kaizer Chiefs' Manager Opens Up On Recent Loss
- Nasreddine Nabi shares his thoughts on Kaizer Chiefs' first defeat this season under his leadership in the Betway Premiership.
- The Glamour Boys faced a tough 2-1 loss against Mamelodi Sundowns, the reigning champions, at the FNB Stadium on a Saturday afternoon.
- Former AS Rabat manager Nabi highlights some key factors contributing to the Soweto club's setback against the Brazilians on their home turf.
Kaizer Chiefs manager Nasreddine Nabi recently sat down to dissect his team's performance after their hard-fought but ultimately unsuccessful match against Mamelodi Sundowns in their third league game of the Betway Premiership season. Let’s dive into what went wrong and why.
It was an intense battle at the FNB Stadium, where Kaizer Chiefs, the Soweto giants, took an early lead through Ranga Chivaviro. However, the momentum shifted as Mamelodi Sundowns fought back with goals from Lucas Ribeiro and Iqraam Rayners, securing a 2-1 victory. This was the Tunisian coach's first home game of the season, and unfortunately, it ended in their first loss.
Nabi Breaks Down the Chiefs’ Setback Against Sundowns
In a candid post-match interview, as reported by iDiskiTimes, Nasreddine Nabi opened up about the factors that led to Kaizer Chiefs’ loss against Mamelodi Sundowns. According to him, the turning point came after Sundowns equalized, which seemed to affect the mental fortitude of some of his players.
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The former coach of AS FAR Rabat noted that last season’s struggles seemed to resurface in some of his players, allowing Sundowns to regain control of the match. This mental dip was something Nabi found unacceptable, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a winning mindset throughout the game.
“You want to win every single time; you have a winning mentality, for that… after Sundowns scored their first goal, we noticed some players were deflated. The ghosts of last season came back to haunt us after Sundowns' goal,” Nabi explained during the press conference.
“This mentality, I can’t accept it. I won’t tolerate players who concede a goal and then lose focus. Yes, I haven’t implemented all my strategies yet—it’s only my first step—but I expect better. I demand better.”
While Nabi expressed disappointment over the loss, he acknowledged that the team's performance was marginally better than last season. However, he made it clear that he’s far from satisfied with where they stand.
“Do you think I’m pleased with today’s result? Absolutely not. I hate losing. It’s something I can’t stand. Maybe the performance was a bit more polished than last season, but this is Kaizer Chiefs. You don’t just accept losses and shrug them off because you played well in the second half.”
“That’s not how we operate here. If you don’t understand what Kaizer Chiefs stands for, then you don’t belong here. It’s as simple as that.”
Kaizer Chiefs Reacts to Controversial Goal Disallowance
Briefly News reported earlier that Kaizer Chiefs took to their official X account (formerly Twitter) to express their dissatisfaction with the referee's decision to disallow Edson Castillo’s goal during their match against Sundowns. The team posted cryptic messages, sparking a flurry of reactions from fans.
The Soweto giants were visibly upset with the referee’s call, which they felt unfairly impacted the outcome of the game. Fans chimed in on the social media platform, offering a mix of support and criticism for the team’s reaction. While some praised Chiefs for standing up for themselves, others urged them to focus on improving their gameplay moving forward.
As Kaizer Chiefs continues its journey in the Betway Premiership, the lessons learned from this match will undoubtedly play a crucial role in shaping their future performances. Nabi’s leadership and the team’s ability to bounce back from setbacks will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike.
