Nasreddine Nabi, the head coach of Kaizer Chiefs, has shared his thoughts on the club’s reserve team’s historic triumph in the DStv Diski Challenge [DDC].
This marks the first time in Amakhosi’s history that their reserve side has clinched the DDC title.
Chiefs were confirmed the DDC champions after their comfortable 3-0 victory over Magesi FC. This encounter was played at Dobsonville Stadium on Saturday morning. Imaad Hendricks, Nkosana Mbuthu, and Thulani Mabaso were on the scoresheet.
The Glamour Boys only needed three points from their remaining two matches to be crowned the 2024/25 DDC champions. This comes after they were awarded three points from their abandoned game against Chippa United. The Gqeberha-based outfit failed to honour their DDC fixture against the Chiefs on 1 February, and they were found guilty by the PSL.
As things stand, the Soweto giants are cruising nicely on the summit of the DDC table. They managed to accumulate 67 points after 27 games. Chiefs are now seven points ahead of second-placed Stellenbosch FC.
WHAT NASREDDINE NABI SAID ABOUT KAIZER CHIEFS DDC SIDE ACHIEVEMENT
The Tunisian mentor, Nabi, applauded the hard work put in by the club’s reserve side throughout the season, crediting the technical team and courageous young players.
“Honestly, it’s a very big moment for the club. The winning mentality that starts with the young players is very important,” Nabi told SuperSport TV.
“We know that they have been working hard for that, and the club has been putting in a big effort in the development. I would like to take this time to congratulate all the players who have been part of this amazing journey.
“Congratulations to the technical staff led by Mr Vela Khumalo for the amazing work they have done this season.”
Amakhosi will play their last game of the season against AmaZulu FC on Saturday, 3 May 2025. The match is scheduled to take place at King Zwelithini Stadium. The showpiece will start at 10:00.
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