Also known as: Kaiser Chiefs
South African football club competing in the Premiership; appears in coverage of the Soweto Derby rivalry with Orlando Pirates.
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The Namibian
Kaizer Chiefs strengthened their grip on third place by drawing 0-0 at seventh-placed Polokwane City
“Kaizer Chiefs strengthened their grip on third place, and qualification for the CAF Confederation Cup, after drawing 0-0 at seventh-placed Polokwane City.”
Pirates beat AmaZulu to regain top spot in South AfricaThe Namibian
Kaizer Chiefs employed as goalkeeper Virgil Vries, only the third post-independence Namibian to play for them
“Former Brave Warriors goalkeeper Virgil Vries holds the distinction of being only the third player from post-independence Namibia to have played for South African football giants Kaizer Chiefs.”
Never compete or compare yourself with others – ex-goalie VriesNew Era
Kaizer Chiefs will compete in Soweto Derby against Orlando Pirates at FNB Stadium
“Chiefs, one of the country's most decorated football institutions, will renew their fierce rivalry with Pirates in a sold-out showdown at the iconic FNB Stadium on Saturday afternoon.”
MTC eSIM winners set for Soweto derby experienceThe Namibian
Kaizer Chiefs showed interest in Phillemon Angula while he was with Blue Waters in 1998
“Chiefs showed interest once again while he was with Blue Waters in 1998 and he travelled to Windhoek with the club's former chairman, Hendrick Davids, for a planned meeting with representatives of the Soweto giants, but they travelled back to Walvis Bay the next day.”
Ode to loyalist Kaskas AngulaThe Namibian
Kaizer Chiefs says the death was tragic
“His team, Kaizer Chiefs, says the death was "tragic".”
Luke Fleurs: South African footballer shot dead in car hijackingThe Namibian
Kaizer Chiefs lost to Jomo Cosmos 2-1 in a PSL match
“the most standout was when we defeated Kaizer Chiefs 2-1 in a PSL match and I scored my first league goal.”
Ex-footballer now promotes pharmaceutical productsThe Namibian
Kaizer Chiefs played against Bidvest Wits in a 3-0 loss
“The renowned sport brand was particularly impressed by his man of the match performance against Soweto giants Kaizer Chiefs last month when he scored a goal in a resounding 3-0 win.”
If It's Deon, It's Likely Hotto!Mamelodi Sundowns defeated Polokwane City 3-0 on Sunday, with Iqraam Rayners among the scorers, stretching their South African Premiership lead to five points with three matches remaining. Sundowns have 64 points and Orlando Pirates have 59 with a game in hand.
3 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Mamelodi Sundowns defeated Polokwane City 3-0 on Sunday, with Iqraam Rayners among the scorers, stretching their South African Premiership lead to five points with three matches remaining. Sundowns have 64 points and Orlando Pirates have 59 with a game in hand.
3 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Orlando Pirates defeated AmaZulu 3-0 to reclaim top spot in the South African Premiership with 58 points and five matches remaining, two points clear of Mamelodi Sundowns, who have two games in hand. The two clubs have been locked in a season-long battle for the title, with Pirates seeking their first championship since 2012.
19 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian winger Deon Hotto is leading the South African Premier Division assist standings with eight, while playing as a left-back for Orlando Pirates. The 35-year-old has featured in 19 of the club's 24 league matches and has also scored one goal this season.
14 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Former Brave Warriors goalkeeper Virgil Vries, one of only three post-independence Namibian players to join South African giants Kaizer Chiefs, credits hard work, patience, discipline and consistency for his career achievements. He emphasises the importance of focusing on one's own journey rather than competing or comparing oneself with others, and now works in goalkeeper development at clubs in South Africa.
6 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Six Namibian participants and sports journalist Marco Ndlovu won all-expenses-paid trips to South Africa to attend the Soweto Derby between Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs at FNB Stadium, after entering an MTC eSIM promotion draw.
27 February 2026 · New Era →
Former Brave Warriors midfielder Ricardo Mannetti, who debuted for Namibia at 17 and went on to win the PSL with Santos in 2011 and the Cosafa Cup as coach in 2015, reflects on his playing and coaching career, crediting discipline and mental strength for his success and now serving as sporting director of Ongos Sport Club.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian international Riaan Hanamub earned Player of the Match honours as AmaZulu secured a 1–0 victory over Marumo Gallants in the Betway Premiership, moving the team to third place. It was Hanamub's second Man of the Match award in two months.
2 February 2026 · New Era →