Stuart Baxter Shockingly Axed by Kaizer Chiefs, String of Poor Results at the Amakhosi to Blame for Dismissal

• Kaizer Chiefs have reportedly let go of Stuart Baxter this morning after a string of poor results for the Amakhosi
• Stuart Baxter was contracted to Kaizer Chiefs until 2023 with the option to extend his deal by a further 2 years
• Angry fans have been calling for Stuart Baxter to leave Kaizer Chiefs for some time now after a disappointing season

Stuart Baxter’s reign at the Amakhosi is over.

Kaizer Chiefs have decided to part ways with the Scotsman after a string of poor results and another disappointing season for the Sowetan team.

Soccer Laduma confirmed that Arthur Zwane and Dillion Sheppard would be in charge of the club until the end of the season.

Baxter came under fire from fans after the defeat to SuperSport United, with many in the stadium asking him to leave.

Baxter hit back at fans, saying that he was the most successful coach that the club has had in the past 20 years, The South African reported. He admitted that if fans wanted him to leave, he would, only if that’s what management wanted as well.

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Baxter becomes the latest in a string of coaches to be fired in the DStv Premiership. Benni McCarthy was let go by AmaZulu and then SuperSport United parted ways with Kaitaino Tembo. Lehlohonolo Seema was then sacked by Lamontville Golden Arrows.

Please note that this is a developing story and more information will be published as it is made available.

"If they want me to go I’ll go": Stuart Baxter responds to fans' outrage after SuperSport United defeat

The pressure is piling on Stuart Baxter following Kaizer Chiefs’ latest defeat but the coach is willing to walk away if that’s what the fans want, Sports Brief earlier reported.

Kaizer Chiefs were beaten 1-0 by SuperSport United at home despite dominating possession and having the better scoring chances.

Thamsanqa Gabuza scored in the 68th minute to give his side the victory, Times LIVE reported. Angry Amakhosi fans, who braved the cold and rainy weather to watch their side lose, made their feelings known after the game.