Kaizer Chiefs' Steady Rise Reflected in Latest Africa Club Rankings - Diski 365

Kaizer Chiefs' steady resurgence under co-coaches Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef is beginning to show measurable results, both on the pitch and in the latest African club rankings. For the first time in five seasons, Chiefs have emerged as genuine contenders for the Betway Premiership title. Their recent 4-1 win over Orbit College lifted them to third place after 11 matches, only three points behind leaders Mamelodi Sundowns, who have played one more game. The result confirmed Amakhosi's growing consistency and improved attacking form. According to the global FootballDatabase rankings, which measure club performance in both domestic and continental competitions, Chiefs have climbed into Africa's top 100 teams. They are now ranked 98th on the continent, marking a significant improvement after several seasons spent outside that bracket. The Glamour Boys currently hold 1363 points, placing them within striking distance of the top 50. A further 43 points would secure that milestone, a realistic goal if they maintain their current form in the Betway Premiership. The improvement follows two disappointing seasons where Chiefs failed to finish in the top eight, highlighting the positive impact of the new coaching setup. Chiefs' rise comes at a crucial time as they prepare for their first CAF Confederation Cup group stage campaign. In Group D, they will face experienced continental sides including Zamalek, ranked ninth in Africa, Al Masry in 31st, and Zesco United in 36th. These matchups will test Chiefs' ability to perform consistently beyond domestic competition. Despite their continental progress, the Soweto giants are still ranked seventh among South African clubs. Sekhukhune United, Stellenbosch, and TS Galaxy are all placed higher, sitting at 60th, 71st, and 81st respectively. This underlines the competitiveness of South African football and the level Chiefs must reach to dominate locally and continentally. Mamelodi Sundowns remain South Africa's benchmark, ranked third in Africa behind Al Ahly and Pyramids. Both Egyptian clubs continue to dominate after recent CAF Champions League and Super Cup triumphs. For Chiefs, breaking into the African elite will depend on maintaining their domestic form and making an impact in the CAF Confederation Cup. With Kaze and Ben Youssef focusing on tactical discipline, squad balance, and attacking precision, Amakhosi's current trajectory suggests their long-awaited return to continental prominence may be within reach.