The result denied new Kaizer Chiefs coach Da Cruz a winning start, but it provided another valuable opportunity to assess his squad ahead of the new Betway Premiership season.
Amakhosi opened the scoring through Ighodaro. However, Rangers snatched a late equaliser to ensure the match ended level.
The Nigerian striker’s goal looked enough to seal victory until Findlay Curtis capitalised on a defensive lapse in the closing stages.
FERNANDO DA CRUZ ROTATES HIS KAIZER CHIEFS SQUAD
With fitness and tactical preparation the priority, Da Cruz used the friendly to give several players valuable minutes while experimenting with different combinations.
Kaizer Chiefs started with Brandon Petersen (captain), Thabiso Monyane, Paseka Mako, Inácio Miguel, Given Msimango, Siphesihle Ndlovu, Kamohelo Maboe, Baartman, Mfundo Vilakazi, Ethan Chislett and Flávio Silva.
The coach made several changes after the break as Pule Mmodi, Renaldo Leaner, Nkosingiphile Ngcobo, Zitha Kwinika, Sibongiseni Mthethwa, Asanele Velebayi, Kabelo Nkgwesa and Reeve Frosler all featured.
NEXT MATCH AWAITS
Kaizer Chiefs will continue their pre-season preparations on Wednesday when they face Saudi Pro League side Al Kholood at 11:00.
The match will give Da Cruz another chance to fine-tune his squad as Amakhosi continue building towards the start of the new Betway Premiership campaign.
KAIZER CHIEFS’ REMAINING PRE-SEASON FIXTURES
The Glamour Boys still have four pre-season matches scheduled before the start of the new Betway Premiership campaign.
- 15 July 2026: Al Kholood Club – Pinatar Arena, Spain (11:00)
- 18 July 2026: Elche CF – Pinatar Arena, Spain (19:00)
- 26 July 2026: Scottland FC (Toyota Cup) – Royal Bafokeng Stadium, South Africa (Kick-off to be confirmed).
