Chiefs looking to keep pace with league leaders

Kaizer Chiefs coach Fernando da Cruz emphasizes the need for his team to avoid dropping points to remain competitive with the league leaders. The South African club will host Stellenbosch FC in a Betway Premiership match at the FNB Stadium on Tuesday evening. Currently in fourth place with 13 points from seven matches, Chiefs trail league leaders Mamelodi Sundowns by seven points.

Following an extended FIFA international break, Chiefs are back in action after a goalless draw against Golden Arrows on September 20th. Their previous win came on September 6th, when they defeated Siwelele FC 3-2. The team has also drawn two matches in a row against Polokwane City and Golden Arrows away from home.

Da Cruz expresses his team's ambition to stay at the top of the league and in proximity to the top three teams. He acknowledges the lengthy PSL season and the demanding travel schedule, but remains confident in his players. Chiefs have secured three wins, recorded four draws, scored 12 goals, and conceded seven points.

Defender Bradley Cross acknowledges that there is still room for improvement as the season progresses. He stresses the importance of keeping their focus and working diligently towards their goal of competing for the league title. Cross believes that the team, despite not achieving their best results, is still in contention and will continue to put in their best efforts.

Chiefs have a hectic month of October ahead, with three more games scheduled before the month ends. They will face Red Arrows of Zambia at the Levy Mwanawasa Stadium in Ndola on Saturday, followed by a second leg match a week later. Defender Thabo Moloisane, who previously played for Stellies, emphasizes the importance of taking each game as it comes and remaining focused on accumulating points.

The team will conclude October with a highly anticipated Soweto Derby against their fierce rivals, Orlando Pirates, at the FNB Stadium on October 31st.