Kaizer Chiefs are preparing for a pivotal double-header in the second preliminary round of the 2025/26 TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup. Chiefs will face AS Simba of the Democratic Republic of Congo in confirmed fixtures for CAF. They will play the first leg on Saturday, 18 October, at TP Mazembe Stadium in Lubumbashi, before hosting the return leg. The decisive return leg will take place on Sunday, 26 October, at Dobsonville Stadium in Soweto, completing the two-legged tie.
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The Amakhosi advanced to this stage after a tense penalty shootout victory over Kabuscorp of Angola, following a 1–1 aggregate draw. Goalkeeper Brandon Petersen played a pivotal role in the shootout, saving one penalty. Meanwhile, Gaston Sirino, Reeve Frosler, Flavio Da Silva, Thabo Cele, and Aden McCarthy converted their spot-kicks to secure Chiefs’ progression.
AS Simba’s Impressive Debut
AS Simba earned their place in the second preliminary round with a commanding 3–0 aggregate win over Djabal Club d’Iconi of Comoros. The Congolese side’s strong performance makes them formidable opponents as Chiefs aim to reach the group stages of the competition.
Fixture Details
- First Leg: Saturday, 18 October 2025, at TP Mazembe Stadium, Lubumbashi, DR Congo, at 15:00 (local time).
- Second Leg: Sunday, 26 October 2025, at Dobsonville Stadium, Soweto, South Africa.
Kaizer Chiefs’ Preparations
With the international break concluding, Chiefs are expected to welcome back several players recovered from injury. Additionally, Mfundo Vilakazi and Luke Baartman return from duty at the U20 World Cup in Chile. Baartman and Asanele Velebayi have also been cleared to play after finalisation of their appealed cases, adding depth to the squad for the upcoming matches.
The matches against AS Simba are crucial for Chiefs as they aim to secure a spot in the group stages of the 2025/26 CAF Confederation Cup. With home advantage in the second leg, Chiefs will look to seal their progression in front of their supporters.
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