The race for the next Kaizer Chiefs head coach has taken a new turn. Reports indicate that Amakhosi target Golden Arrows coach Manqoba Mngqithi for next season.
According to insider Innocent Mkhize, via thesouthafrican.com, the club wants to keep Khalil Ben and Cedric Kaze as assistants. The strategy involves adding one senior figure to the technical team. Mngqithi remains at the top of that list.
The Stumbling Block
A major complication involves Golden Arrows chairlady Matho Madlala. Reports state she prefers Mngqithi to join Orlando Pirates instead.
This situation highlights how administrative preferences can alter technical plans. It creates a fascinating scenario between rival clubs. The decision now rests on complex club negotiations.
A Proven Track Record
Mngqithi brings deep knowledge of the local game. The 55-year-old from Umzimkhulu holds a UEFA A Licence. He needs no adaptation period to the league.
His track record proves his capability. He led Golden Arrows to a 6-0 victory in the 2009 MTN8 final. Later, he spent 12 years at Mamelodi Sundowns as an assistant and co-coach. The team won 11 major trophies in that era, including the 2016 CAF Champions League.
He recently returned to Golden Arrows in March 2025. He moved the club away from relegation trouble into eighth place with two games left. He also reached the Carling Knockout Cup semi-finals. Arrows became the joint third-highest goalscoring side in the league, tied with Kaizer Chiefs.
His recruitment choices, including Ayanda Jiyane, Isaac Cisse, and Junior Dion, brought immediate success. This experience makes him a highly sought-after professional.
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