NDOLA, Zambia — The pressure is mounting on Kaizer Chiefs as they prepare for a high-stakes encounter against ZESCO United at the Levy Mwanawasa Stadium this afternoon, Sunday, January 25, 2026.
With kick-off scheduled for 15:00 SAST, Amakhosi find themselves in a “win or go home” scenario in the CAF Confederation Cup Group D.
The Group D Crisis
The Glamour Boys currently sit in third place with just a single point after two matches. Their Egyptian rivals, Al Masry and Zamalek, have already begun to pull away at the top of the table. A defeat today would likely derail Chiefs’ hopes of progressing to the knockout rounds.
- Al Masry: 6 Points
- Zamalek: 4 Points
- Kaizer Chiefs: 1 Point
- ZESCO United: 0 Points
The Weight of History
Chiefs are not just fighting for points; they are fighting history. Amakhosi have a notoriously poor record against Zambian opposition, having never secured a victory in a formal continental competition in the country. Adding to the tension, ZESCO United famously eliminated Chiefs from this same competition back in 2019.
Tactical Outlook
Despite the daunting task, Chiefs enter the match with some momentum following a recent 1-0 domestic victory over Golden Arrows. However, the squad remains thin due to injuries, leaving co-coaches Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef to rely on the leadership of Inacio Miguel and the wing-play of Dillan Solomons.
The mission for the afternoon is clear: Amakhosi must break their “Zambian curse” and secure a positive result to keep their African dream alive before the return leg in Johannesburg.
