{"id":21450,"date":"2025-08-08T13:36:28","date_gmt":"2025-08-08T11:36:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=21450"},"modified":"2026-03-12T10:04:40","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T08:04:40","slug":"kaizer-chiefs-can-compete-for-all-titles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/kaizer-chiefs-can-compete-for-all-titles\/","title":{"rendered":"Du Preez Confident Kaizer Chiefs Can Compete for All Titles This Season"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Kaizer Chiefs striker Ashley Du Preez has expressed strong belief that Amakhosi have the squad and mentality needed to contest for silverware across all competitions in the 2025\/26 PSL season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-eyeing-a-return-to-glory\">Eyeing a Return to Glory<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As the highly anticipated Betway Premiership opener against Stellenbosch FC looms this Sunday at Athlone Stadium, Du Preez has boldly declared that Chiefs are ready to push for league and cup honours alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI believe we\u2019re capable of challenging for everything this season \u2013 not just the league but every cup as well,\u201d he said, underscoring the growing confidence within the squad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Du Preez, now entering his third season with the club, is banking on the momentum gained during their intensive pre-season trip to the Netherlands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-1293584129\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-dutch-pre-season-boost-fuels-belief\">Dutch Pre-Season Boost Fuels Belief<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Reflecting on their international camp, the 28-year-old forward said the trip played a key role in shaping a unified and competitive team spirit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cThe Netherlands pre-season really helped us \u2013 from the matches we played to the overall energy and togetherness in camp,\u201d he explained. \u201cWe competed well against strong European sides and that gave us a good indication of where we are as a team.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>He noted that the team\u2019s collective mindset heading into the season is aligned: \u201cWe\u2019ve all got the same focus and hunger \u2013 and I can feel the excitement throughout the squad.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-personal-motivation-against-former-club\">Personal Motivation Against Former Club<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sunday\u2019s clash carries additional meaning for Du Preez, who made the move from Stellenbosch to Chiefs in 2022. Known for rising to the occasion against his former employers, he previously found the net against them in both the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/mtn8-semi-finals-venues-dates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> MTN8 <\/a>and league fixtures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cPlaying against Stellies always brings out something special in me,\u201d he said. \u201cThat\u2019s where I built my career, and I\u2019ll always be grateful \u2013 but now I\u2019m fully focused on helping Chiefs succeed.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With the fixture taking place in Cape Town, Du Preez feels at ease and ready to make an impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI know the conditions well, and I\u2019m in the right headspace. I\u2019m ready to contribute with goals and assists, that\u2019s the kind of start I want.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-3893179211\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-respect-for-stellies-but-no-fear\">Respect for Stellies, but No Fear<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite his confidence, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.citizen.co.za\/sport\/soccer\/local-soccer\/du-preez-reveals-chiefs-title-ambitions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Du Preez <\/a>is under no illusion about the challenge ahead. Stellenbosch FC have emerged as one of the most consistent teams in recent seasons, finishing third in the last two league campaigns. Their recent 3-2 win over AmaZulu in the MTN8 quarter-finals further highlights their threat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThey\u2019re a strong side, playing with sharpness and intensity. It\u2019s definitely not going to be an easy match,\u201d Du Preez admitted. \u201cBut we\u2019ve had success against them before, and we\u2019ll be ready again.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chiefs managed to defeat Stellenbosch in all three meetings last season, and Du Preez is confident they can build on that track record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-season-of-ambition-for-amakhosi\">Season of Ambition for Amakhosi<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With a rejuvenated squad, a productive pre-season, and an optimistic locker room, Ashley Du Preez believes that Kaizer Chiefs are heading into the new season with the right tools to compete for everything on offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThis is the year we want to turn things around and make our supporters proud again,\u201d he said. \u201cThe belief is there \u2013 now it\u2019s about execution.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the 2025\/26 campaign gets underway, all eyes will be on Amakhosi to see if they can finally deliver on the promise and passion their fans have long craved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Related article: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/kaizer-chiefs-players-facing-contract-uncertainty\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">8 Kaizer Chiefs Players Facing Contract Uncertainty in 2025\/26 Season<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kaizer Chiefs striker Ashley Du Preez has expressed strong belief that Amakhosi have the squad and mentality needed to contest for silverware across all competitions in the 2025\/26 PSL season. 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