Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Cedric Kaze isn’t just confident — he’s manifesting greatness — as he insists Amakhosi will brush aside AS Simba on Sunday and book their spot in the CAF Confederation Cup group stages. No hesitation. No “we’ll see.” Just “we’re winning.” That’s the kind of delusion fans love.
The Glamour Boys haven’t exactly been sparkling lately, though. After starting the Betway Premiership like a house on fire — four wins from five — the flame’s fizzled out into a winless run of four games, including a 0–0 stalemate against Siwelele that was about as exciting as watching paint dry. Chiefs fans are praying Sunday brings goals, vibes, and maybe a reminder that this is still one of Africa’s biggest clubs.
The good news? They held their own in the first leg in Lubumbashi last weekend, frustrating AS Simba into a goalless draw. All they need now is a single goal at Dobsonville, and they’re through. Simple, right? (Yes, we’ve said that before, but this time it actually might be.)
After the Siwelele snoozefest, Kaze admitted consistency has been missing — and blamed the hectic fixture schedule. “Football has its miseries,” he sighed, sounding like a man who’s seen too many 1–1 draws. “The performance was good. Not very good, but good.” Which is football-speak for “please don’t boo us yet.”
Still, he’s not leaving any room for doubt about Sunday: “I’m not confident; I’m sure we’re going to qualify.” Bold words from a coach who clearly hasn’t read the Chiefs fans’ group chats. But hey — if belief could score goals, they’d already be 3–0 up.
