Kaizer Chiefs are building a solid foundation under new head coach Fernando Da Cruz during their high-intensity pre-season tour in Alicante, Spain.
The Glamour Boys have enjoyed an unbeaten start on European soil, showing highly promising tactical signs despite conceding two frustratingly late equalizers. As they prepare to face top-flight Spanish opposition to wrap up the tour, here is the complete breakdown of Amakhosi’s results and upcoming fixtures.
Pre-Season Results in Spain
- Match 1: Kaizer Chiefs 1–1 Glasgow Rangers
- Date: Sunday, 12 July
- Chiefs Scorer: Etiosa Ighodaro
- The Story: Amakhosi went toe-to-toe with the Scottish giants in a highly competitive behind-closed-doors opener, taking an early lead before being pegged back late in the game.
- Match 2: Kaizer Chiefs 1–1 Al Kholood
- Date: Wednesday, 15 July
- Chiefs Scorer: Wandile Duba (15th minute)
- The Story: Facing Saudi Pro League opposition, the young forward opened the scoring early. Chiefs controlled large parts of the game but unluckily surrendered the win after conceding an 82nd-minute penalty.
Remaining Pre-Season Fixtures & Kick-Off Times
The European leg concludes this weekend with a massive challenge before the squad heads back to South Africa to play in front of local fans.
The Grand Finale in Spain
- Fixture: Kaizer Chiefs vs Elche CF (La Liga)
- Date: Saturday, 18 July 2026
- Venue: Pinatar Arena, San Pedro del Pinatar
- Kick-Off: 19:00 (South African Time)
The Homecoming: 2026 Toyota Cup
- Fixture: Kaizer Chiefs vs Scottland FC (Zimbabwean Champions)
- Date: Sunday, 26 July 2026
- Venue: Royal Bafokeng Sports Palace, Rustenburg
- Kick-Off: 15:00 SAST (Gates open at 09:00 for the Legends curtain-raiser)
- Broadcast: Live on SABC 1
