Continuing their pre-season training camp in Turkey, Kaizer Chiefs faced off against Qatari side Al Shahaniya SC in Istanbul on Saturday, July 20th.
This marked their third practice match since arriving in Turkey two weeks ago, all part of their rigorous preparation for the upcoming season.
The encounter proved to be a dominant display by the Soweto Giants. Amakhosi dismantled the recently promoted Qatari Stars League team Al Shahaniya with a commanding 5-2 victory.
Chivaviro Leads the Charge
The hero of the match was undoubtedly striker Ranga Chivaviro. He put on a masterclass, single-handedly hammering in four goals for the Soweto Giants. This impressive performance is a strong indicator of his form and a positive sign for the Chiefs’ attacking potential, ahead of the new season.
Vilakazi Gets on the Score Sheet
Mfundo Vilakazi, a rising star for Kaizer Chiefs, also got his name on the scoresheet, adding another goal to solidify the PSL giants’ impressive win. This goal highlights the depth and talent present within the Chiefs’ squad, with both established players and exciting youngsters contributing to the victory.
A Confidence Booster
This convincing pre-season victory serves as a significant confidence booster for Kaizer Chiefs and their supporters. The team’s dominant performance, particularly Chivaviro’s blistering display, sends a clear message of their intent for the upcoming season under new coach Nasreddine Nabi.
Toyota Cup
With the Al Shahaniya win under their belts, Chiefs will be heading back to South Africa to prepare for their next challenge: a high-profile friendly match against Tanzanian champions Young Africans. This highly anticipated clash in the inaugural Toyota Cup, will be played at Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein on July 28th.