Kaizer Chiefs News Today: Latest on Toyota Cup, Transfer Updates, and more

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Kaizer Chiefs News Today: Latest on Toyota Cup, Transfer Updates, and more

Latest Kaizer Chiefs news, in the last 24 hours, including recent updates on the annual Toyota Cup, Dillon Sheppard reacts to getting coaching credentials, and more.

Toyota Cup tickets on sale

Kaizer Chiefs have announced that tickets for the third edition of the Toyota Cup, have gone on sale.

Amakhosi take on Zimbabwean Castle Premier League champions Scottland FC at the revamped Royal Bafokeng Sports Complex on Sunday, 26 July. Since launching the pre-season tournament, Amakhosi have lost both previous editions and last year they were beaten on penalties by Asante Kotoko after the game had ended 0-0.

The year before, during Nasreddine Nabi’s debut season, Chiefs were hammered 4-0 by Tanzanian giants Young Africans SC in the Tunisian mentor’s first official match in charge of the club.

“The Soweto giants will face their Zimbabwean counterparts at the revamped Royal Bafokeng Sports Complex on Sunday, 26 July, which is the final fixture before Amakhosi kick off the new 2026/27 season just days later,” the club said on its official website.

Fans attending the match will enjoy an added bonus, as the day begins with a special curtain-raiser: Kaizer Chiefs Legends taking on the Jozi Masters at 12:00 midday. Two star-studded teams will take supporters on a journey down memory lane, promising to deliver thrilling entertainment ahead of the main event.

Junior Khanye on how he feels about being snubbed by Chiefs for Toyota cup legends clash
Toyota – Photo by Kauzer Chiefs

“The headline match kicks off at 15:00, giving supporters the first opportunity to see new head coach, Fernando da Cruz, lead the team alongside fresh signings such as Thabo Moloisane, who will be unveiled to supporters on the day. The occasion will also feature the official showcasing of the new home and away kits, set to be launched in July. The visitors, Scottland FC, will have some of the familiar faces in their ranks, such as Knowledge Musona and Khama Billiat.”

Sheppard on securing coaching credentials

Kaizer Chiefs assistant coach Dillon Sheppard has opened up on securing new coaching credentials, with the club’s sporting director, Kaizer Motaung Jr, explaining how the Glamour Boys will benefit from his advanced badges.

“I’m proud to have achieved this. The journey started some time ago and came with challenges along the way, but I’m glad I’ve reached the goal,” said Sheppard.

“I’m grateful to the club for standing by me throughout the process, and I’ll work hard to share the knowledge I have acquired with our players and other coaches within the club.”

Amakhosi sporting director Kaizer Motaung Jr. believes Chiefs “will benefit greatly” from Sheppard’s latest coaching qualification. The club is looking to return to the glory days that earned them the ‘Cup Kings of SA football’ moniker, while also preparing for a continental onslaught in the CAF Confederation Cup.

Kaizer Chiefs Sporting Director Kaizer Motaung Jr.
Kaizer Chiefs Sporting Director Kaizer Motaung Jr. Photo: Kaizer Chiefs

“We fully support the education and development of our coaches,” Motaung Jr said. 

“Having coach Sheppy qualified to work at the highest level in Africa with his CAF A Licence, as well as in Europe with his UEFA A Licence, means our players – both in the Kaizer Chiefs youth development academy and the senior team – will benefit greatly. We are proud and happy for him.”

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