Why this ranks among Kaizer Chiefs top seasons over the past decade

22 March 2026 at 03:14

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Kaizer Chiefs notched consecutive league triumphs with a 2-0 success against Magesi FC on Saturday, ending a run of three straight losses prior to that.

This achievement has pushed them to 36 points, reaching two thirds into the season, a mark they have exceeded just once at this juncture since the 2016/17 term.

The sole instance came in the 2019/20 season, where under manager Ernst Middendorp they appeared set to claim the league crown and briefly enjoyed a 10 point advantage at the summit.

Yet the COVID-19 crisis halted proceedings for five months, and upon resumption within the Gauteng bio bubble, Chiefs failed to recapture their earlier rhythm.

They surrendered the title on the campaigns closing day to Mamelodi Sundowns following a 1-1 stalemate versus Baroka FC.

Over this span they have hit 35 points post 20 fixtures on two occasions, namely 2016/17 and 2021/22, concluding in fourth and fifth places. Hopes are high for an improved outcome now as they target third position for entry into next years CAF Confederation Cup.

Their minimum haul after 20 matches across the last ten years stood at 24 points during 2020/21, hampered by a transfer embargo.

Averaging 31 points after 20 games throughout that timeframe, they surpass this benchmark in the current effort.

Upcoming is a road trip to faltering Orbit College on Monday April 6, where maintaining momentum is anticipated.

Kaizer Chiefs points totals following 20 matches across the previous 10 seasons

2016/17: 35

2017/18: 31

2018/19: 28

2019/20: 45

2020/21: 24

2021/22: 35

2022/23: 28

2023/24: 29