Kaizer Chiefs FC began their 2026/27 Betway Premiership campaign with a 3-1 victory over Kruger United, but manager Fernando Da Cruz remained coy about potential new signings. The win puts Amakhosi at the top of the table with 3 points from their opening fixture, having scored 3 goals and conceded 1 so far this season.
What did Da Cruz say about transfers?
When asked about further signings before the September transfer deadline, Da Cruz avoided giving a direct answer. Instead, he emphasized improving the current squad, stating, "We need to improve our game, a lot of things. We work again and again." The French coach stressed that the focus is on training at Naturena, saying, "For the moment, we need to stay calm, because we didn’t reach our best level."
How did Chiefs secure the win?
Substitute Wandile Duba played a crucial role in the victory, scoring twice after coming off the bench. His goals helped Kaizer Chiefs finish strongly, highlighting the importance of squad depth. Da Cruz praised the contributions of all players, noting, "All players are important and all players who came on today were important."
What’s next for Kaizer Chiefs FC?
Despite the win, Da Cruz acknowledged that the team still has work to do. With Kaizer Chiefs FC currently leading the Betway Premiership with 1 win and no losses, the focus remains on training and improving performance. The manager’s comments suggest that while new signings are possible, the priority is developing the existing squad.
