# Kaizer Chiefs coaching and performance management > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/kaizer-chiefs-coaching-and-performance-management > Updated: 2026-09-18T08:13:55.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 4. Kaizer Chiefs head coach Fernando Da Cruz has been managing internal and external pressures regarding the club’s performance and trophy drought. Initially, Da Cruz responded to demands for silverware by calling for patience, stating that rebuilding the club requires realistic expectations. He also reaffirmed his “100 percent” trust in goalkeeper Brandon Petersen despite recent costly errors. Following a 1-1 draw against Polokwane City, which included an own goal by Petersen, Da Cruz maintained an optimistic outlook, asserting the team is “on the good way” and must trust the process. He also addressed the limited playing time of new signing Adolf Mtasingwa, attributing the lack of minutes to the player’s late arrival during pre-season and the need for adaptation to the South African game model. Da Cruz expects Mtasingwa to see more minutes following the FIFA break. However, the 1-1 draw has intensified scrutiny of the team’s goalkeeping. While Da Cruz previously expressed optimism, he later noted disappointment regarding the manner of the conceded goal, observing that while Petersen made great saves, recent individual errors have cost the team points. This has led to calls from former goalkeeper William Shongwe to retain Fiacre Ntwari for competition, and from club legend Brian Baloyi, who argued that Petersen’s recent ‘schoolboy errors’ warrant him being moved to the bench. As the team prepares to face Golden Arrows at Mbombela Stadium, they face significant injury setbacks. Goalkeeper Brandon Petersen is expected to be sidelined for up to six weeks due to a knee injury sustained in training. Additionally, striker Wandile Duba is projected to miss approximately two weeks due to hip and groin issues. Beyond the pitch, the match against Polokwane City was marred by a major water supply failure at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-18: Kaizer Chiefs target Golden Arrows victory amid injury concerns Kaizer Chiefs aim to secure a win against Golden Arrows before the FIFA break, despite facing injuries to goalkeeper Brandon Petersen and striker Wandile Duba. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kaizer-chiefs-target-golden-arrows-victory-amid-injury-concerns ### 2026-09-14: Kaizer Chiefs coach remains optimistic despite recent draw Kaizer Chiefs coach Fernando da Cruz remains optimistic despite a 1-1 draw with Polokwane City, noting that new signing Adolf Mtasingwa requires more time to adapt to South African football. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kaizer-chiefs-coach-remains-optimistic-after-polokwane-city-draw ### 2026-09-13: Kaizer Chiefs face goalkeeping scrutiny after draw and stadium water failure Kaizer Chiefs drew 1-1 with Polokwane City amid goalkeeper Brandon Petersen's errors and a major water supply failure at the stadium that prevented players from showering. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kaizer-chiefs-face-goalkeeping-scrutiny-after-draw-and-stadium-water-failure ### 2026-09-02: Kaizer Chiefs coach Fernando Da Cruz addresses trophy demands and player support Kaizer Chiefs coach Fernando Da Cruz has responded to trophy demands from club management and reaffirmed his full support for captain Brandon Petersen following recent goalkeeping errors. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kaizer-chiefs-coach-fernando-da-cruz-addresses-trophy-demands-and-player-support --- Cite as: Kaizer Chiefs coaching and performance management. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/kaizer-chiefs-coaching-and-performance-management