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‘Tactical clarity fueling Amakhosi’s progress’
The Star
|February 03, 2026
KAIZER Chiefs co-coach Cedric Kaze has brushed aside any talk of revenge ahead of his side’s Nedbank Cup last-32 clash against Stellenbosch FC tomorrow.
KAIZER Chiefs co-coach Cedric Kaze says tactical clarity and a new-found defensive steel are behind Amakhosi's flawless start to the year. | Backpagepix
Amakhosi head to the DHL Stadium mindful of their Carling Knockout Cup exit earlier this season, where Stellies eliminated them on penalties in the round of 16. That result added another chapter to a rivalry that has steadily intensified over recent campaigns, with both clubs regularly crossing paths in decisive fixtures.
However, Kaze was adamant that Chiefs are not driven by payback.
“It's true that Stellenbosch have eliminated us from the Carling Knockout Cup but I thought we were the better team that day and unfortunately we lost on penalties,” Kaze said.
This story is from the February 03, 2026 edition of The Star.
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