Kaizer Chiefs won the Toyota Cup at Royal Bafokeng Stadium on Sunday, beating Scottland FC to lift the pre-season trophy for the first time. But coach Da Cruz is not letting that momentum fuel any title talk. Asked directly about Chiefs' PSL championship prospects, his answer was blunt: 'For the moment no.'

Da Cruz Tempers Expectations After Trophy Win

That kind of honesty from a head coach is rare, and it tells you something about where Chiefs genuinely are right now. Pre-season silverware is welcome, but Da Cruz is clearly managing expectations rather than feeding a hype cycle. The Toyota Cup win over Scottland FC came with a cost too — Bradley Cross picked up an injury during the match, which will be a concern as the competitive fixtures approach.

Khune Voices Disappointment Over Chiefs Performance

The mood inside the camp is not entirely settled either. Itumelele Khune was pointed in his assessment after the Toyota Cup final, saying he was 'very disappointed by how Kaizer Chiefs showed up today' — words that cut through any celebration. When a club legend speaks like that after a trophy win, the coaching staff has work to do.

Meanwhile, rivals Orlando Pirates have been the busiest club in the transfer market this window, confirming Norwegian striker Sebastian Pedersen from Sogndal Fotball as their eighth signing of the pre-season. Pirates are clearly building with intent, which makes Da Cruz's measured tone about Chiefs' title chances even more significant. The PSL race is shaping up to be fierce, and Chiefs know they are not favourites going in.