With Nasreddine Nabi gone, Kaizer Chiefs have announced a new tactical leadership.
Khalil Ben Youssef and Cedric Kaze will lead the team for the remainder of the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season.
In a press statement, Amakhosi said the duo’s appointment aims to stabilise the club as it tackles the rest of the season at home and in Africa.
KHALIL BEN YOUSSEF AND CEDRIC KAZE TAKE OVER AT KAIZER CHIEFS
That continuity has already shown potential. During Nabi’s absences, two matches last season due to illness, and nine more this campaign, while he was on compassionate leave and later suspended, Youssef and Kaze quietly delivered.
Under their guidance, Kaizer Chiefs produced seven wins, two draws and just two defeats.
Let’s break down the experience and credentials Khalil Ben Youssef and Cedric Kaze bring to Kaizer Chiefs…
Khalil Ben Yousssef
Youssef, a Tunisian coach known for his analytical approach and calm presence, holds both CAF B and CAF A Licences. His CV includes assistant roles at:
- Al Adalah (Saudi Arabia)
- Club Africain (Tunisia)
- Stade Tunisien (Tunisia)
- Young Africans (Tanzania)
Cedric Kaze
Kaze, from Burundi, brings a more developmental touch. He holds a Bachelor of Sports Science, a CAF A Licence, and a German FA A Licence.
Kaze’s coaching journey includes roles as:
- Head coach of Burundi U17, U20 and U23
- Assistant coach of the Burundi senior national team
- Assistant and later head coach at Young Africans.
TWO MORE MEMBERS
The rest of the technical team includes the Tunisian goalkeeper coach, Ilyes Mzoughi, and the fitness coach, Safi Majdi, who also arrived with Nabi in 2024.
Meanwhile, the crew is preparing for Kaizer Chiefs’ next match in the Democratic Republic of Congo against AS Simba.