Asanele Velebayi's confidence 'slowly building' at Kaizer Chiefs
Kaizer Chiefs winger Asanele Velebayi says his early months at the club have been a steady, game-by-game learning process as he finds his feet in the top flight.
Cape Town Spurs accept arbitration ruling in Asanele Velebayi and Luke Baartman dispute
The two attacking prospects joined Amakhosi as free agents during the recent transfer window, following Spurs' relegation from the Motsepe Foundation Championship to the ABC Motsepe League.
Their departure, however, led to a legal dispute, with Spurs insisting the players were still under contract.
The PSL Dispute Resolution Chamber initially ruled that both players were free agents.
Spurs appealed this decision, delaying their registration by Chiefs. This past Wednesday, arbitration confirmed the DRC's ruling, giving the Soweto club the green light to finalise the signings.
Although Spurs have accepted the decision, the club expressed disappointment and reiterated their belief that the Glamour Boys should compensate them for the players' development.
"For 30 years, our academy has been our proudest legacy," said Spurs CEO Alexi Efstathiou.
"We've invested not just funds, but time, passion, and a philosophy into developing young players into professionals and responsible individuals."
He questioned how clubs can continue developing talent when player contracts can be dissolved so easily due to relegation or administrative technicalities.
Efstathiou added that the club will consult with its legal team to evaluate the operational impact on their current squad, as well as assess any potential for compensation.
"The viability of our academy - and the future direction of Cape Town Spurs - hinges on the answers to these questions," he said.
The case has raised concerns about contractual protections for lower-division clubs and may influence future reforms in South African football regarding youth development and player retention.
Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Ben Youssef focused on fixing scoring woes ahead of TS Galaxy
Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef has admitted his side continues to struggle in front of goal but insists the team is working hard to solve the problem ahead of Sunday’s clash with TS Galaxy in Mbombela.
Betway Premiership: Chippa United hold Kaizer Chiefs to a draw in Gqeberha
Kaizer Chiefs played to a goalless draw against bottom-of-the-table Chippa United in their penultimate Betway Premiership fixture ahead of the AFCON 2025 break.
Zitha Kwinika backs Kaizer Chiefs to bounce back in Premiership clash against Chippa United
Kaizer Chiefs defender Zitha Kwinika believes the squad is mentally ready to focus on their domestic ambitions as they prepare for their Betway Premiership clash against Chippa United at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium Wednesday night.