Kaizer Chiefs FC has clarified their participation in a friendly match in Lesotho, confirming that their developmental side will take on Lifofane FC at the Setsoto Stadium on Sunday, August 2. The senior team will focus on their domestic commitments, including their opening fixture of the 2026/27 Premier Soccer League season against Kruger United.
What happened?
The club has officially issued clarity regarding their participation in a friendly match in Lesotho, which is scheduled to take place just a day after their opening fixture of the 2026/27 Premier Soccer League season. There had been significant speculation among the Amakhosi faithful regarding how the club would manage two fixtures in such a short space of time, leading to an official update from the club's communications department on Wednesday.
Why it matters for Kaizer Chiefs FC
The decision to send the DStv Diski Challenge (DDC) squad to Lesotho makes practical sense given the first team's heavy domestic commitments. Amakhosi are expected to begin their new league campaign with a difficult away fixture against newly promoted side Kruger United at Mbombela Stadium on Saturday evening.
What comes next?
Before the league season kicks off and the reserve side heads to Lesotho, the senior squad has one final major pre-season hurdle to clear. Chiefs are set to play another high-profile match when they face off against Zimbabwean champions Scottland FC in the third annual Toyota Cup. This match is expected to draw a massive crowd as supporters look to see how the team has progressed under their new technical guidance.
New signings ready for official unveiling
Meanwhile, Amakhosi are expected to officially unveil their three newest signings when they face Scottland FC in Rustenburg this weekend. The club recently bolstered their engine room by confirming the signing of defensive midfielder Adolf Mtasingwa Bitegeko from Tanzanian side Azam FC on a permanent deal. The arrival of the highly-rated Tanzanian has sparked excitement among the fans, with many eager to see the steel he adds to the midfield. Bitegeko is the third major arrival for Chiefs in the current transfer window period. He joins a list of reinforcements that includes Bafana Bafana internationals Thabo Moloisane, who arrived from Stellenbosch FC, and goalkeeper Renaldo Leaner, who made the switch from Sekhukhune United.
Kaizer Chiefs FC currently sits 12th in the Betway Premiership with 0 points and a goal difference of 0 scored, 0 conceded.
