2024: A Year Of Football Thrills In South Africa
As 2024 draws to a close, South African football fans can reflect on a year filled with both exhilarating triumphs and frustrating disappointments.
Chiefs Announce Departure Of Johnson
Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed the departure of Cavin Johnson. Johnson was brought in after the season had begun to lead the head of academy position, a role he rarely fulfilled. He was then elevated to caretaker coach in October following the departure of Molefi Ntseki. His task was to manage the team until the end […]
Johnson Expresses Disappointment In Chiefs Fans’ Treatment Of Khune
Catetaker coach Cavin Johnson has come out to express his disappointment at Kaizer Chiefs fans for the level of honor afforded to the veteran Itumeleng Khune while also reflecting on the shocking defeat to Cape Town Spurs on Saturday’s final day of the 2023/24 season. The defeat marked a record 12th league loss for Chiefs, mirroring their struggles from the previous season despite a […]
Johnson Credits Himself For Promoting Youngsters
Cavin Johnson, the caretaker coach of Kaizer Chiefs, believes his tenure has been marked by providing opportunities to young players. Initially brought in as the club’s Head of Academy at the season’s start, Johnson took over the coaching reins in October following the dismissal of Molefi Ntseki. Despite being hired primarily for youth development, Johnson […]
Chiefs Face “Cup Finals” In Fight For Top Eight Finish
Kaizer Chiefs’ fight for a top-eight finish has intensified as coach Cavin Johnson has emphasized the importance of winning their remaining matches. He’s dubbed them “cup finals” for the Soweto giants. The team currently occupies the last spot in the top eight after drawing with AmaZulu at Moses Mabhida Stadium. Their next challenge is Polokwane […]
Johnson Praises Sithebe’s Focus On Performance
Kaizer Chiefs caretaker coach Cavin Johnson acknowledged Siyethemba Sithebe’s recent good form and echoed the player’s focus on playing, not his contract situation. Sithebe, initially sidelined in favor of Edson Castillo and Yusuf Maart, has made a strong comeback in recent matches. This resurgence comes at a crucial time, as his contract expires at the […]
Johnson Praises Chivaviro’s Attitude
Kaizer Chiefs interim coach Cavin Johnson explained his decision to start Ranga Chivaviro ahead of Ashley Du Preez on Tuesday, praising Chivaviro’s positive attitude in training. He even jokingly remarked, “I hope he scores four goals in the next match!” Chivaviro, who arrived from Marumo Gallants at the season’s start, had struggled to replicate his […]
Mokwena Targets Invincible And Record Points Tally
Having secured the DStv Premiership title after their emphatic win over Kaizer Chiefs at FNB Stadium on Thursday night, Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena set his sights on reaching new heights. No team in the PSL era has achieved the feat of winning the league and remaining unbeaten throughout the season, but Sundowns are looking […]
Johnson: Red Card Killed The Contest
Kaizer Chiefs coach Cavin Johnson believes a red card “spoiled the game” after his team was thrashed 5-1 by Mamelodi Sundowns in a DStv Premiership match at FNB Stadium on Thursday. Given Msimango was sent off in the 19th minute for a foul on Lucas Ribeiro Costa, who was clean through on goal. The former […]
Mokwena: We Will Show Chiefs Humility And Respect.
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena heaped praise on Kaizer Chiefs’ coach, Cavin Johnson, ahead of their crucial league clash on Thursday (19:30). Sundowns, leading the DStv Premiership by 10 points with three games in hand ahead of second placed Stellenbosch FC, can secure their seventh consecutive title with a win at FNB Stadium and six […]