Five takeaways as Kaizer Chiefs lift Toyota Cup ahead of Betway Premiership opener

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Fernando da Cruz celebrated his first silverware with the club after winning the Toyota Cup on Sunday. Photo: Backpagepix Kaizer Chiefs finally got their hands on the Toyota Cupafter edging Zimbabwean champions Scottland FC 1-0 at the Royal Bafokeng Stadium on Sunday. While the result handedFernando da Cruzhis first trophy as Amakhosi coach, the bigger takeaway was what the performance revealed just days before the start of theBetway Premiership season.Here are five key observations from the encounter.

While the result handedFernando da Cruzhis first trophy as Amakhosi coach, the bigger takeaway was what the performance revealed just days before the start of theBetway Premiership season. Mfundo Vilakazi was undoubtedly the standout performer. His well-taken goal capped another confident display in which he constantly looked to make things happen whenever he received possession.

Beyond the finish, the 20-year-old showed maturity in his decision-making, frequently driving at defenders and creating problems between the lines. With Chiefs looking to inject more creativity into their attack, Vilakazi is making a compelling case to become one of the first names on Da Cruz’s team sheet. One noticeable change under the new coach is the speed at which Chiefs look to attack.