Kaizer Chiefs Secure Consecutive Wins Against ZESCO United in CAF Confederation Cup
- Kaizer Chiefs continue their impressive form this year as they secure all three points against ZESCO United in the CAF Confederation Cup
- The Glamour Boys boost their chances of securing a place in the Round of 16 with the win against the Zamnian side on Sunday afternoon
- The Premier Soccer League giants have also moved up in their group standings, with two games left to play in the group stage
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Kaizer Chiefs edged past ZESCO United with a narrow 1-0 victory, a result that lifted Amakhosi into second place in their CAF Confederation Cup group after four rounds of fixtures.
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As they did in the reverse fixture, Chiefs struck early with Glody Lilepo scoring the only goal that gave the Premier Soccer League the deserved win at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Sunday, February 1, 2026.
The Glamour Boys came into the game after their narrow win over Marumo Gallants in the Betway Premiership, as they continue their winning streak in 2026.
Kaizer Chiefs defeat ZESCO United
Kaizer Chiefs asserted control early in the match and were rewarded in the 13th minute when a slick exchange between Da Silva and Mfundo Vilakazi teed up Glody Lilepo, who needed just a single touch before firing a precise finish into the far corner to claim his second goal of the week.
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ZESCO came close to responding midway through the first half when Hiver rose highest to meet a cross, but Brandon Petersen produced an excellent reflex save in the 30th minute to keep Chiefs in front.
The Soweto giants could have doubled their advantage eight minutes later. Lilepo turned provider with a well-weighted pass for Flavio Da Silva, yet the midfielder fired over from the edge of the area.
Mfundo Vilakazi then went agonisingly close just before the interval, his well-struck free-kick crashing against the upright as Chiefs continued to press.
The hosts dictated proceedings after the break, controlling possession and limiting ZESCO’s attacking threat, even though clear-cut chances were at a premium.
The crowd rose to their feet on 59 minutes when Mduduzi Shabalala was introduced in place of Vilakazi, marking a milestone 100th appearance for the Glamour Boys.
ZESCO threatened late on through Leonard Mulenga, whose long-range effort in the 77th minute forced Petersen into another sharp save, tipping the ball over the crossbar.
Chiefs nearly sealed the contest in the closing stages, but Lebohang Maboe’s strike in the 89th minute rattled the crossbar.
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What's next for Kaizer Chiefs in CAFCC?
The win marked Kaizer Chiefs’ fourth consecutive 1-0 triumph of 2026, moving them onto seven points in Group D, level with Al Masry and two clear of Zamalek.
With the Egyptian heavyweights set to face off later in the evening, Chiefs will turn their attention to hosting Al Masry at the Peter Mokaba Stadium next weekend.
On the home front, they will gear up to defend their Nedbank Cup title as they will be playing against Stellenbosch FC in the Round of 32 on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
SA minister hails Lilepo
Briefly News also reported that Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie showered praises on Lilepo after his superb goal against Marumo Gallants in the Betway Premiership.
The Congolese striker scored a goal of the season contender against veteran goalkeeper Washington Arubi.
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