Kaizer Chiefs kick off their CAF Confederation Cup campaign this afternoon as they clash with Zambian outfit Red Arrows in a high-stakes second preliminary round first-leg tie in Ndola.
Beyond securing a crucial away advantage, a lucrative payday awaits: qualifying for the group stages guarantees Amakhosi at least R6.6 million, while lifting the continental trophy offers a staggering R66 million grand prize.
Match Info & Team News
- Fixture: Red Arrows vs Kaizer Chiefs
- Date & Time: Saturday, 17 October 2026 | Kick-off at 15:00
- Venue: Levy Mwanawasa Stadium, Ndola (Zambia)
- Squad Status: Head coach Fernando Da Cruz traveled with a 23-man squad, though regular captain and goalkeeper Brandon Petersen misses out as he continues his injury recovery.
Continental Pedigree & Key Objectives
Amakhosi enter the fixture following a 1-1 domestic draw against Stellenbosch FC, eager to translate their local momentum onto the African stage:
- Da Cruz’s CAF Experience: Head coach Fernando Da Cruz boasts valuable continental pedigree, having previously guided Moroccan side AS FAR to the quarter-finals of the CAF Confederation Cup in the 2022/23 season.
- First-Leg Target: Securing a positive result on the road in Ndola will give Amakhosi a strong footing before welcoming the Zambian side to South Africa for the return leg.
