Kaizer Chiefs’ Nasreddine Nabi allegedly threatened to quit before the Mamelodi Sundowns clash.
In a dramatic twist before Amakhosis’ crucial Nedbank Cup semi-final, their head coach delivered an emotional ultimatum that left his squad stunned, and ultimately inspired.
Nabi’s shocking ultimatum: ‘Reach the final or I walk’
An insider revealed that just hours before Sunday’s high-stakes showdown against Masandawana, Nabi addressed his players with a chilling message. Deliver a spot in the final—or watch him step down.
“I’m not sure if it was a strategy from him to motivate his players to fight for his stay or if he meant it. But whatever it was, it worked because the players showed a lot of commitment on the day,” a source said.
According to the same source, the dressing room atmosphere shifted immediately.
“The mood changed in the dressing room, the moment coach Nabi said that he would leave the club. The players were shocked by his announcement. It could be that he was checking if they were still behind him.”
Pressure mounts on the Chiefs coach
Nabi, who took charge of Kaizer Chiefs at the beginning of the season, arrived with sky-high expectations. Fans hoped the Tunisian tactician would reignite the glory days at Naturena. However, league performances have fallen short, fueling frustration among supporters.
Despite league struggles, Nabi now has a shot at redemption, and silverware, after guiding Chiefs into the Nedbank Cup final.
Pirates await in the ultimate showdown
Kaizer Chiefs will face fierce rivals Orlando Pirates on May 10 at Moses Mabhida Stadium in what promises to be a titanic battle for the coveted trophy. With his job possibly still on the line and tensions peaking, all eyes will be on Nabi and the men in gold and black.
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