Kaizer Chiefs new head coach Fernando Da Cruz has spoken for the first time since he was appointed.
The French coach is not new to the club, having served as an assistant to Nasreddine Nabi in 2024. He only lasted a week before he went on to join the Moroccan football team.
The 46-year-old coach has since returned to Naturena and is eager to install a winning culture at the club.
“I’m very happy to be here,” said the new Kaizer Chiefs coach.
“The Club has always held a special place in my heart, and I’ve kept a close eye on its journey over the past two years. Kaizer Chiefs is a massive institution with passionate supporters and a proud history.
“My focus now is on building a strong connection with the players, instilling a winning mentality, and working together to achieve the success our fans deserve. The journey ahead will demand hard work and unity, but I’m confident we will rise to the challenge,” Da Cruz told the club’s media.
Kaizer Chiefs’ new coach begins his tenure
Da Cruz has brought his own technical team and has already hit the ground running. So far, he has not made any new signings or assessed his players but changes are expected in the coming weeks.
“We would like to welcome Coach Da Cruz to Kaizer Chiefs,” said Amakhosi Sporting Director, Kaizer Motaung Jr.
“His arrival marks the beginning of an exciting chapter for the Club, and we look forward to seeing his vision take shape with the team. With the passion of our loyal supporters and the commitment of our players, we believe this partnership will bring renewed energy and success as we prepare for the upcoming season.”
Fernando Da Cruz takes over as head coach from Khalil Ben Youssef and Cedric Kaze.