{"id":29840,"date":"2025-09-19T12:34:32","date_gmt":"2025-09-19T10:34:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=29840"},"modified":"2026-03-12T09:49:50","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T07:49:50","slug":"kaizer-chiefs-confirm-coach-nabi-not-with-the-team","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/kaizer-chiefs-confirm-coach-nabi-not-with-the-team\/","title":{"rendered":"Kaizer Chiefs Confirm Coach Nabi Not with the Team"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Kaizer Chiefs have officially confirmed that head coach Nasreddine Nabi is currently away from the team, with discussions between the two parties still in progress. The announcement has heightened speculation about Nabi\u2019s future at Naturena as Amakhosi navigate a crucial period in their season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-kaizer-chiefs-confirms-ongoing-discussions\">Kaizer Chiefs Confirms Ongoing Discussions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In a statement released on Friday, Chiefs explained that Nabi\u2019s absence forms part of an internal process. The club emphasised that they are committed to resolving the matter quickly and maintaining focus on the team\u2019s stability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe matter is internal in nature and is being addressed through the appropriate processes,\u201d the club stated. \u201cKaizer Chiefs remains focused on ensuring stability and continuity for the players and supporters during this period.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-4294394750\" 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-fans-urged-to-stay-patient\">Fans Urged to Stay Patient<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With rumours swirling on social media, the club has urged supporters to remain calm as negotiations continue. No further details have been provided, but Chiefs assured fans that official updates will be shared once there is a resolution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cAs this is an internal matter, no further details will be shared at this stage,\u201d the statement added. \u201cWe appreciate the continued support and understanding of our supporters and the broader football community.\u201d<\/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\">Media Statement \/ Communication<br>Kaizer Chiefs Football Club<br><br>Kaizer Chiefs confirms that Head Coach Nasreddine Nabi is currently not with the team as discussions between the Club and the Coach remain ongoing. The matter is internal in nature and is being addressed through the\u2026 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/3xi7inATX5\">pic.twitter.com\/3xi7inATX5<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Kaizer Chiefs (@KaizerChiefs) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/KaizerChiefs\/status\/1968969683400311196?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">September 19, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/kaizer-chiefs-ready-for-caf-confederation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kaizer Chiefs Ready for CAF Confederation Battle With Fresh Energy<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-eyes-on-the-players-as-season-progresses\">Eyes on the Players as Season Progresses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Chiefs face a critical stretch of fixtures across the Betway Premiership and CAF competitions. The club has moved to reassure fans that player focus remains their top priority. Stability on the pitch will be key as they look to stay competitive in the league and build momentum despite the uncertainty surrounding Nabi\u2019s status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cAny updates will be communicated through official Club channels when appropriate,\u201d the club concluded, signalling that they are intent on managing the situation without unnecessary disruption.<\/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\">Next Kaizer Chiefs Match!<br><br>\ud83c\udfc6<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/TotalEnergiesCAFCC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#TotalEnergiesCAFCC<\/a><br>\u26bd\ufe0fKabuscorp S.C.P vs. Kaizer Chiefs<br>\ud83d\udc55First Team <br>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0fSaturday 20 September 2025<br>\ud83c\udfdfEstadio 11 de Novembro, Luanda<br>\ud83d\udd5e17h00 SAST<br>\ud83d\udcfaSABC 2 <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/Amakhosi4Life?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#Amakhosi4Life<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/KCOneAfrica?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#KCOneAfrica<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/KCOneFamily?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#KCOneFamily<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/HUTAUz1hIX\">pic.twitter.com\/HUTAUz1hIX<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Kaizer Chiefs (@KaizerChiefs) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/KaizerChiefs\/status\/1968904219756236974?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">September 19, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/kaizer-chiefs-and-coach-nasreddine-nabi-to-part-ways\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kaizer Chiefs and Coach Nasreddine Nabi to Part Ways<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-585424179\" 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-amakhosi-s-next-steps\">Amakhosi\u2019s Next Steps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soccerladuma.co.za\/local\/kaizer-chiefs\/kaizer-chiefs-reveals-latest-on-nasreddine-nabi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The situation<\/a> leaves questions about who will take charge of the technical area if Nabi\u2019s absence continues. Chiefs fans will be watching closely for signs of a resolution, as the club works to find clarity on their coaching situation while maintaining their ambitions for silverware this season.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kaizer Chiefs have officially confirmed that head coach Nasreddine Nabi is currently away from the team, with discussions between the two parties still in progress. The announcement has heightened speculation about Nabi\u2019s future at Naturena as Amakhosi navigate a crucial period in their season. Kaizer Chiefs Confirms Ongoing Discussions In a statement released on Friday,<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":29841,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"rank_math_focus_keyword":"","rank_math_title":"","rank_math_description":"Kaizer Chiefs have officially confirmed that head coach Nasreddine Nabi is currently away from the team, with discussions between the two parties still in...","footnotes":""},"categories":[56,64],"tags":[296,7333,275,11108,835],"class_list":{"0":"post-29840","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-sports","8":"category-sports-news","9":"tag-betway-premiership","10":"tag-breaking-news","11":"tag-kaizer-chiefs","12":"tag-latest-sports-news","13":"tag-psl"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/29840","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\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=29840"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/29840\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":29842,"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/29840\/revisions\/29842"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/29841"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=29840"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=29840"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=29840"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}