Kaizer Chiefs are set to face AS Simba of the Democratic Republic of Congo in the second preliminary round of the 2025/26 TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup. The fixtures have been confirmed, with the first leg scheduled for Saturday, 18 October, at TP Mazembe Stadium in Lubumbashi, and the return leg on Sunday, 26 October, at Dobsonville Stadium in Soweto.
Kaizer Chiefs’ Path to the Second Preliminary Round
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, while Gaston Sirino, Reeve Frosler, Flavio Da Silva, Thabo Cele, and Aden McCarthy converted their spot-kicks to secure Chiefs’ progression.
AS Simba’s Impressive Qualification
AS Simba, on the other hand, 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.
Following a two-week international break, 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.
Anticipation Builds for the Double-Header
With the first leg taking place away from home, Chiefs will look to secure a positive result in Lubumbashi before returning to Soweto for the decisive second leg. The matches are expected to be highly competitive, with both teams eager to advance in Africa’s premier club competition.
Supporters can follow the matches through various sports media platforms, including live updates and match analyses. The outcome of this tie will determine which team progresses to the group stage of the 2025/26 CAF Confederation Cup.
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