Kaizer Chiefs could end the season without silverware once again, with Amakhosi facing an uphill battle to compete for trophies on multiple fronts.
Their last cup triumph came in the Nedbank Cup last year, ending a 10-year wait for silverware. However, the Soweto giants have struggled to build on that success this season.
Chiefs have already been eliminated from the MTN8, dealing an early blow to their hopes of adding another trophy to their cabinet.
They still have the Nedbank Cup and Carling Knockout to compete for, while they are also chasing continental glory in the CAF Confederation Cup.
These competitions offer opportunities to salvage their campaign, but the challenge ahead is far from straightforward.
Kaizer Chiefs falling behind in the league
In the Betway Premiership, Amakhosi need to string together positive results if they are to have any realistic chance of challenging for the title. Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates have set a high standard, and catching the two heavyweights could prove difficult.
The challenge becomes even greater when considering the quality of their rivals. Should Chiefs progress deep into the domestic cup competitions, they could eventually have to overcome Sundowns or Pirates to lift silverware.
Both sides have demonstrated their ability to compete at the highest level, making them formidable obstacles in Chiefs’ pursuit of trophies.
Amakhosi cannot afford to rely on favourable draws or hope that the leading contenders are eliminated early. They must improve their consistency and prove they can compete with the country’s strongest teams when it matters most.
While Kaizer Chiefs still have opportunities to rescue their season, the prospect of another trophyless campaign cannot be ruled out.
Unless they raise their level significantly, their hopes of ending the season with silverware could depend on a favourable turn of events in the remaining competitio