Kaizer Chiefs’ difficult season took another turn for the worse after a disappointing loss to arch-rivals Orlando Pirates in the latest Soweto derby. The result pushed Amakhosi into the bottom half of the Premier Soccer League table, adding to what has already been a deeply underwhelming campaign for the once-dominant club. The performance drew heavy criticism from supporters, with midfielder Gastón Sirino facing particular scrutiny for his ineffective display. One angry fan summed up the mood, saying, “He’s terrible, sell him immediately,” reflecting the growing frustration among the Chiefs faithful.
The derby defeat exposed familiar problems that have troubled Kaizer Chiefs all season—lack of midfield creativity, defensive frailties, and an inability to perform in crucial matches. Sirino, brought in to provide attacking spark, failed to deliver, becoming a focal point for fan discontent. While the Uruguayan is not the only issue, his struggles symbolize a squad that seems to lack both the quality and mentality needed to compete at the top level.
Full time score (Lilepo 2’) Kaizer Chiefs 1 : 2 Orlando Pirates (Makgopa 22’, Mofokeng 68’) #Amakhosi4Life #AlwaysHome #BetwayPrem #SowetoDerby pic.twitter.com/Vs10YtjArJ
— Kaizer Chiefs (@KaizerChiefs) May 3, 2025
Supporters’ patience has been wearing thin after years of decline, and this latest loss has intensified calls for major changes. Social media and fan forums have been flooded with demands for player sales, managerial changes, and even broader restructuring. Losing to Orlando Pirates always stings, but the nature of this defeat has heightened concerns about the club’s future. Kaizer Chiefs were once known for their resilience and winning mentality, but recent seasons have seen them fall far below those expectations.
The club’s leadership is now under increasing pressure to take decisive action. Whether through new signings, tactical shifts, or deeper reforms, something must change to stop the slide. For a club with Kaizer Chiefs’ history and fanbase, mid-table mediocrity is unacceptable. This derby loss serves as another urgent warning—one that demands a response before the season spirals further into disappointment. The big question now is whether those in charge will act, or if fan frustrations will keep mounting without resolution.