Not everything goes according to plan if you’re a Kaizer Chiefs striker. Just ask one of their several attacking signings in recent years.
The Bimenyimana rollercoaster ride continues
Former Kaizer Chiefs striker Caleb Bimenyimana’s professional career has already included several highs and lows. The tall Burundian didn’t make the grade at Naturena and left the Glamour Boys after a single season. He moved onto the Libyan side Al Ahli Benghazi but didn’t make a single appearance for them after sustaining a serious injury while away with his country. Although he’s still recovering from a serious anterior cruciate ligament injury, the giant forward is signing with Persian Gulf Pro League side Zob Ahan. That’s via iDiski Times. Caleb will come up against Pitso Mosimane who’s recently signed as the manager of Esteghlal F.C. who are languishing in seventh with 13 points after 10 games.
Caleb’s time with Kaizer Chiefs was underwhelming
Bimenyimana joined Chiefs on a free transfer in August 2022 after a spell in Kazakhstan. His most memorable day for Amakhosi was when he became the first Betway Premiership player in history to slot a hat-trick of penalties in one game. However, that’s about as good as it got for the 26-year-old who stands 1.94m tall. Eight goals and an assist from 21 matches isn’t a horrendous record, but there’s a general feeling that he never settled at the club or got involved enough in the play. When he left the club, Caleb had this to say:
After Chiefs confirmed the news, the striker took to Instagram to speak about his departure from Naturena:
“It was a hard decision to take but after all that happened it was worth it,” he stated.
“All I can say is thank you, lord, my prayers have been answered.
“I feel really happy to be free. God never disappoints me. I can’t wait for the next chapter.”
Carling Knockout quarter-finals take centre stage
After sitting out the 2-2 draw with Magesi because of an accumulation of yellows, impressive Angolan Inacio Miguel should return alongside Rushwin Dortley in the heart of defence defence. Wandile Duba and Samkelo Zwane are also potential returnees. It’s also highly like Gaston Sirino will be picked against his old side. It’s a toss-up between Wandile Duba and Mfundo Vilakazi for a wide attacking berth. However, Nkosingiphile Ngcobo could come out of the side as he gradually finds full fitness after numerous injury setbacks.
What are your best memories of Caleb Bimenyimana?
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