‘Teams should be scared to play us at FNB’

Kaizer Chiefs' goalkeeper Brandon Petersen is confident that FNB Stadium can be transformed into a feared fortress for the team this season.

As the Amakhosi finalize their preparations to host Polokwane City, they are embarking on a significant run of three consecutive home matches at the iconic “Calabash.”

Petersen views this trio of games as a perfect opportunity to instill a sense of dread in any team that comes to Nasrec.

He believes that by combining a high-intensity performance on the field with the vocal backing of their supporters, Chiefs can make FNB Stadium a place where points are rarely dropped. This strategic focus on home dominance is a key part of their plan for a successful season.

The team is already off to a positive start, having defeated Stellenbosch FC in their opening match. This victory provides a solid foundation as they head into this critical period of home fixtures.

The match against Polokwane City is the first chance to put Petersen's plan into action and show that FNB Stadium will be a difficult place to visit. The objective is clear: to leverage their home advantage, build on their early-season momentum, and turn the stadium into a stronghold for the remainder of the campaign.

PETERSON ON MAKING FNB STADIUM A HARD PLACE TO VISIT FOR TEAMS

“It’s time to start turning FNB Stadium into a fortress and make teams scared to come and play us there,” Petersen told journalists as quoted by KickOff.com.

“In the past, we did not do well at the FNB, but now it’s time to change that, and what better way to do it than with three consecutive home games for us, which will start with a win against Polokwane City?

“I am excited for the game on Wednesday because we have been away for pre-season [in the Netherlands], and we played our first match of the season in Cape Town, so the team is excited about the next round of matches at home, and hopefully tomorrow we can change our fortunes at home.”