Kaizer Chiefs Co-Coach Cedric Kaze Explains Lebohang Maboe’s Best Position After Standout Displays

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Cedric Kaze has praised Lebohang Maboe’s influence at the club and offered clear insight into where the experienced midfielder is most effective. Maboe continues to deliver strong performances for Amakhosi at a crucial stage of the season. His recent displays have reinforced his value within the squad. Chiefs are also fighting to stay alive in the CAF Confederation Cup. Maboe’s form has arrived at the right time for the Soweto giants.

Amakhosi boosted their Confederation Cup knockout stage hopes with a narrow 1-0 victory over ZESCO United on Sunday. The match was played at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban. Glody Lilepo scored the decisive goal that secured all three points. However, Maboe was the player who caught the eye throughout the match. He came close to scoring when his powerful long-range strike crashed against the crossbar.

This performance followed another outstanding showing against the same Zambian opponents a week earlier. Maboe was named Man of the Match in that encounter. His consistency across both fixtures underlined his growing importance in the Chiefs setup. Supporters responded positively to his energy and intelligence on the ball. His confidence appears to be rising with every game.

Maboe joined Kaizer Chiefs as a free agent after leaving Mamelodi Sundowns. The 31-year-old is no stranger to Naturena, having come through the club’s youth system earlier in his career. He also enjoyed productive spells at Maritzburg United and SuperSport United. That journey has shaped him into a mature and adaptable player. Chiefs are now benefiting from that experience.

Speaking at a Nedbank Cup press briefing, Kaze highlighted Maboe’s tactical intelligence and flexibility. He explained that Maboe can operate in several midfield roles. According to Kaze, Maboe is comfortable as a number six, eight or ten. He can also play out wide due to his understanding of space. His ability to find half spaces makes him difficult to mark.

Kaze also praised Maboe’s shooting ability and work rate. He noted that Maboe is accurate around the penalty area and strikes the ball well from distance. Beyond technical qualities, Kaze emphasized his leadership. Maboe offers guidance to younger players in the squad. His presence adds balance and calm to the team, especially in continental competition.

Kaizer Chiefs now shift focus to domestic action in the Nedbank Cup. They face Stellenbosch FC in the Last 32 on Wednesday evening. The match will be played at DHL Cape Town Stadium with kickoff set for 19:00. Maboe is expected to play a key role once again. His form could be decisive as Amakhosi chase silverware and momentum.