San Miguel, the largest fresh citrus producer and exporter in the Southern Hemisphere, invited the Kaizer Chiefs to come to Addo and run a soccer project for its employees this week. San Miguel South Africa has been running a soccer community project for its employees, ahead of the annual picking season, in the last few years. Eight teams are participating, seven of which are from companies that work with San Miguel in the Addo Valley. And for the eight talented soccer coaches in the area, … [Read more...] about San Miguel invites the Kaizer Chiefs for community soccer project
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Saturday Road Closures
There will be road closures in effect for the Chippa United vs Kaizer Chiefs game, to be held on Saturday, 3 December 2016 at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in North End. Kick off for the match is 18:00, with final whistle estimated to be at 19:50. Herewith the list of road closures: Milner Ave/Smart Str Prince Alfred Rd/Quick Str Prince Alfred Rd/Rhodes Str Prince Alfred Rd/Innes Str Prince Alfred Rd/Shepherd Str Prince Alfred Rd/Bagshaw Str Leyland Str/Innes Str … [Read more...] about Saturday Road Closures
R8 Million at Stake
Port Elizabeth - Ahead of their MTN8 Final clash against Ajax Cape Town at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium this weekend, Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Reneilwe Letsholonyane says the Phefeni Glamour Boys will be all out to defend their crown at all costs. The Amakhosi and the Urban Warriors will square-off for R8m grand prize at the Nelson Mandela Bay stadium in Port Elizabeth on Saturday. Heading to the final, Chiefs defeated Bloemfontein Celtic 2-1 on aggregate after a two legged semi-final … [Read more...] about R8 Million at Stake
No Fluke that Chiefs are MTN8 Crown Defenders
Doctor Khumalo reveals that under the guidance of Steve Komphela, Kaizer Chiefs' mentality is different. '16 Valve' has been Amakhosi's assistant coach for a number of years and ahead of the club's MTN8 Cup final against Ajax Cape Town in Port Elizabeth's Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, Khumalo believes that it is no 'fluke' that they are defending their crown they won last year against Orlando Pirates. "We are fortunate to have the pool of players we have at our disposal. We are spoilt for … [Read more...] about No Fluke that Chiefs are MTN8 Crown Defenders
MTN8 Final tickets sold out
With two days before the MTN8 final at the Nelson Mandela Bay on Saturday afternoon, the Premier Soccer League have confirmed that tickets for the game are now sold out. Kaizer Chiefs will play Ajax Cape Town at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium at 15h00 on Saturday, 19 September 2015. The PSL Chief Executive, Brand de Villiers thanked the supporters who have purchased tickets to the game. "Now that we are sold out, we invite millions across the country and the continent to follow all the … [Read more...] about MTN8 Final tickets sold out
Shot NMB Stadium spectator not involved in scuffle
New Absa Premiership champions Kaizer Chiefs finished their season in style following a 2-0 win against Chippa United in Port Elizabeth's Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. Unfortunately the celebrations were marred when fans invaded the pitch and one innocent fan was shot dead by a SAPS member involved in a scuffle with two other fans attempting to steal the member's firearm. The Independent Police Investigative Directorate has confirmed that they will investigate the shooting incident which … [Read more...] about Shot NMB Stadium spectator not involved in scuffle
6 Goal feast in Chippa Chiefs thriller
25 162 football fans were treated to a feast of goals on Sunday 20 July 2014 at Port Elizabeth's Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in the club friendly between Chippa United and Kaizer Chiefs. The tiny Chippa fan contingent (could it have been 162?) had reason to celebrate in the 4th minute as Chippa captain and striker, Andile Mbenyana, left Itumeleng Khune, the Kaizer Chiefs captain, floundering to slot the first goal of the day. Chiefs were not taking this lying down and Kingston Nkatha found … [Read more...] about 6 Goal feast in Chippa Chiefs thriller
Chilli Boys take to Nelson Mandela Bay fans
Just a day after their arrival in Nelson Mandela Bay, the newly acquired football club Chippa United will spend three days meeting its new fan base in the metro, making their presence felt and raising awareness about their friendly game against Kaizer Chiefs. Before the Chiefs game scheduled for Sunday, 20 July 2014, the Chilli Boys are scheduled to play a practice match against second division side SUBS FC at Zwide stadium at 17:00 on Thursday, 17 July 2014 in a match opened to fans to come … [Read more...] about Chilli Boys take to Nelson Mandela Bay fans
Maybe SA’s increasing perception of Racism is a function of our legislature?
This past week in Port Elizabeth presented an ideal opportunity to see many sporting and cultural events. The Longhair and I had a packed week attending one rugby and two soccer matches at the NMB Stadium - on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, the Concert in Victoria Park on Saturday and the Kurt Darren show at the Boardwalk on Thursday. Just for the record: We missed Antony and Cleopatra on Tuesday - Valentines day is for US and not to be shared with Romans and Egyptians who kill each other … [Read more...] about Maybe SA’s increasing perception of Racism is a function of our legislature?
My Admiration Increases for Maritzburg United
On Tuesday evening 1 November, at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, Maritzburg United (Team of Choice) held Kaizer Chiefs (Amakhosi) to a goalless draw. Before the game the Team of Choice coach, Ian Palmer, said that they would be playing a compact defense game and going back to basics which is certainly what we witnessed on Tuesday evening - tight defence from 4 defenders, kicks out rather than head to head theatrics, low balls and short passes were the order of the day as Amakhosi were … [Read more...] about My Admiration Increases for Maritzburg United
I Feel For Maritzburg United
Middle of the PSL log Maritzburg United have chosen to play three home games in Port Elizabeth and at today's press conference the talk was all about Port Elizabeth being a traditional Kaiser Chief Fan base and about Maritzburg's recent 7-0 thrashing at the hands of Supersport United on 14 October. Both sides went into this clash unbeaten. Maritzburg United meet Amakhosi at 7:00 pm on Tuesday evening in the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. The Coach and players certainly come across as decent … [Read more...] about I Feel For Maritzburg United
Excitement Builds Ahead of Chiefs Pirates Clash in the Friendly City of Port Elizabeth
The friendly city of Port Elizabeth will once again play host to the Soweto Derby in the 2011 Vodacom Challenge having become the traditional home of this eagerly-anticipated fixture over the past few years. When Orlando Pirates FC and Kaizer Chiefs clash, there is always a huge sense of anticipation and the people of the Eastern Cape will once again come out in their droves to see this classic showdown at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on 21 July with the kick off at 20h15. (Editors Notes: … [Read more...] about Excitement Builds Ahead of Chiefs Pirates Clash in the Friendly City of Port Elizabeth
Soweto Derby Set for Port Elizabeth on 21 July
The 2011 Vodacom Challenge will see English Premiership giants Tottenham Hotspur take on Orlando Pirates FC and Kaizer Chiefs from July 16-23 in a return for one of the most prestigious international club competitions on the global footballing calendar. The Vodacom Challenge took a break in 2010 due to the FIFA World Cup™, but is now back to deliver world-class football on behalf of a world-class network! Tottenham Hotspur will be hoping to reclaim the title they won in 2007, their last … [Read more...] about Soweto Derby Set for Port Elizabeth on 21 July
Lucas Radebe – The Chief – was in Town
On the evening of Wednesday 11 May, soccer legend Lucas Radebe was joined by fellow player, Gary Bailey in a function at the Boardwalk's Super Sport Café. At the occasion Radebe launched his autobiography. Bailey is in town to host a business breakfast on Thursday at the Radisson Hotel, presented by the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber in conjunction with Algoa FM. Radebe was first included in the South African national team in 1992 and made his international debut on 7 July 1992 … [Read more...] about Lucas Radebe – The Chief – was in Town
