Kaizer Chiefs News Today: Billiat snitching, transfer updates & more

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Kaizer Chiefs News Today: Billiat snitching, transfer updates & more

The latest Kaizer Chiefs news in the last 24 hours, including a friendly match confirmed, Mduduzi Shabalala on costly setback, Khama Billiat on game against Amakhosi and more.

Chiefs confirm friendly

Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed their DStv Diski Challenge side will play the friendly match against Lesotho side Lifofane FC.

“The Kaizer Chiefs team invited to play Lifofane FC on 02 August 2026 is the Kaizer Chiefs DStv Diski Challenge team.”

Shabalala opens up on set-back that cost him

Kaizer Chiefs and Bafana Bafana rising star Mduduzi Shabalala has spoken candidly about the injury setback that interrupted one of the most promising periods of his career, insisting the experience has only strengthened his resolve to return even better.

“It was a very difficult moment for me. I was disappointed because I had worked hard and had big goals for both my club and the national team. But I also knew that setbacks are part of football, so I focused on my recovery and stayed motivated, knowing my time will come again,” he opened up.

“It is going well, and I’m getting stronger every day. Mentally, this period has taught me patience, resilience, and the importance of staying positive during difficult times,” Shabalala explained.It’s helped me grow not only as a player but also as a person, and I believe I’ll come back even stronger.”

The talented playmaker also had a message for young footballers facing their own obstacles, encouraging them not to lose faith during difficult periods.

Kaizer Chiefs' Mduduzi Shabalala and Kaizer Motaung Jr.
Kaizer Chiefs’ Mduduzi Shabalala and Kaizer Motaung Jr. Photo: Kaizer Chiefs

“I would tell them to keep believing in themselves and trust the process. Setbacks are part of the journey, but hard work, consistency, and a positive mindset will always create opportunities.Focus on improving every day, and the right people will notice your talent,” he concluded.

Billiat snitching?

Khama Billiat has laid out exactly what Scottland FC must do to get the better of Kaizer Chiefs when they face off in the Toyota Cup.

Former Chiefs stars Billiat and Knowledge Musona are both expected to feature for the Zimbabwean outfit, with Billiat highlighting the importance of maturity and game management ahead of the clash.

“Play with a lot of maturity. It’s not just a game that you can just win on effort. It’s tactical,” the former Mamelodi Sundowns star said, per Channel Africa.

Khama Billiat in training
Khama Billiat in training

“It’s the games where you need to be in the right state of mind, understand the opponents, understand the game, understand the timing, and know when to play forward or keep the ball.”

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