{"id":16129,"date":"2025-07-15T17:18:27","date_gmt":"2025-07-15T15:18:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=16129"},"modified":"2026-03-12T10:15:13","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T08:15:13","slug":"kaizer-chiefs-confirms-departure-of-yusuf-maart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/kaizer-chiefs-confirms-departure-of-yusuf-maart\/","title":{"rendered":"Kaizer Chiefs Confirms Yusuf Maart&#8217;s Departure to Austrian Side SV Ried"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Kaizer Chiefs has confirmed the departure of Yusuf Maart to European football. The 29-year-old midfielder has joined newly-promoted Austrian side SV Ried. Maart\u2019s departure marks a major change for both him and the club. During his time at Chiefs, he played an essential role in their success. Now, he begins a new chapter in his career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-yusuf-maart-s-move-to-europe\">Yusuf Maart\u2019s Move to Europe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yusuf Maart has officially signed a permanent deal with Austrian top-tier club SV Ried. His contract is for two years, with an option for an extension. This move comes just ahead of the 2025\/26 season, as Maart sets out for his European adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SV Ried, a newly-promoted club, is eager to make an impact in the Austrian Bundesliga. The club\u2019s management is confident that Maart\u2019s leadership and experience will help strengthen their midfield. This transfer presents an exciting opportunity for Maart, as he aims to prove himself in one of Europe\u2019s competitive leagues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-1108490392\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-kaizer-chiefs-bids-farewell-to-yusuf-maart\">Kaizer Chiefs Bids Farewell to Yusuf Maart<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yusuf Maart\u2019s departure is a bittersweet moment for Kaizer Chiefs. As the club\u2019s former captain, Maart played a critical role in their most recent successes. Most notably, he scored the winning goal in the 2025 Nedbank Cup final. His goal ended a decade-long trophy drought for the club and cemented his legacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kaizer Chiefs expressed their gratitude in an official statement, thanking Maart for his dedication. The club wished him the best of luck in his future endeavors. Chiefs also emphasized the positive impact Maart had on the team and the leadership he displayed, both on and off the pitch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Maart departs Amakhosi for Austria <br><br>Midfielder Yusuf Maart has left Amakhosi to join newly-promoted Austrian Football Bundesliga outfit, SV Ried.<br><br>The Club appreciates Maart\u2019s contribution and wishes him well in this new chapter in his career.<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/ThankYouMaart?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#ThankYouMaart<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/Amakhosi4Life?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#Amakhosi4Life<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/O5YepU95eR\">pic.twitter.com\/O5YepU95eR<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Kaizer Chiefs (@KaizerChiefs) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/KaizerChiefs\/status\/1945129441522294853?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">July 15, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sv-ried-welcomes-maart\">SV Ried Welcomes Maart<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>SV Ried has welcomed Maart with open arms. The Austrian club is looking to build on their return to the top flight, and Maart\u2019s skill set will add significant value. His experience will provide stability and creativity in the midfield, which is exactly what the team needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, Maart\u2019s move highlights a growing trend of South African players finding success in European football. As Maart joins the Austrian side, he not only opens doors for himself but also sets an example for future South African players aiming to make their mark internationally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-2710699200\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-kaizer-chiefs-midfield-after-maart-s-departure\">Kaizer Chiefs\u2019 Midfield After Maart&#8217;s Departure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Kaizer Chiefs now faces the challenge of replacing Maart in their midfield. His departure leaves a gap in both leadership and creativity, which the club must address. The technical team will likely explore the transfer market for a suitable replacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the meantime, younger players have an opportunity to step up and showcase their skills. Chiefs has a talented squad, and the team will continue to push for success. Though losing Maart is a setback, the club remains determined to move forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-maart-s-legacy-at-kaizer-chiefs\">Maart\u2019s Legacy at Kaizer Chiefs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yusuf Maart leaves behind a lasting legacy at Kaizer Chiefs. His leadership and performances played a key role in the club\u2019s successes, especially the 2025 Nedbank Cup victory. As captain, Maart was always a reliable presence on the field, guiding his teammates through difficult moments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While his departure marks the end of an era, Maart\u2019s influence at the club will inspire future generations. Chiefs fans will remember him for his commitment and leadership. His achievements will remain a part of the club\u2019s history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Check also: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/psl-announces-2025-psl-awards-nominees\/\">PSL Announces 2025 PSL Awards Nominees<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yusuf Maart\u2019s transfer to SV Ried is a significant moment for both the player and Kaizer Chiefs. His decision to move to Europe is a testament to his ambition and growth as a player. While Chiefs will miss his leadership and skill, they remain focused on future successes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Maart\u2019s departure opens a new chapter in his career, and it will be interesting to see how he fares in European football. His legacy at Kaizer Chiefs will never be forgotten, and the club will continue to build on the foundations he helped create.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kaizer Chiefs has confirmed the departure of Yusuf Maart to SV Ried, a newly-promoted Austrian Football Bundesliga club.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":16136,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"rank_math_focus_keyword":"","rank_math_title":"","rank_math_description":"Kaizer Chiefs has confirmed the departure of Yusuf Maart to SV Ried, a newly-promoted Austrian Football Bundesliga club.","footnotes":""},"categories":[59,56,64],"tags":[275,731,288,7852],"class_list":{"0":"post-16129","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-soccer","8":"category-sports","9":"category-sports-news","10":"tag-kaizer-chiefs","11":"tag-nedbank-cup","12":"tag-soccer","13":"tag-south-african-football"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16129","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/12"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=16129"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16129\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":16139,"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16129\/revisions\/16139"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/16136"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=16129"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=16129"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=16129"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}