Kabelo Nkgwesa determined to make his mark with Kaizer Chiefs this season

Amakhosi played three friendly matches; drawing 1-1 with Rangers and Al-Kholood and losing 2-1 to Elche.

The 19-year-old DStv Diski Challenge side left-back played 20 minutes against the Scottish Premier League side.

He is now eager to build on his opportunity by breaking into the first team in the Betway Premiership this season.

Chiefs next face Scottland FC on Sunday in the Toyota Cup at the Royal Bafokeng Stadium.

Reflecting on the recent European trip, Nkgwesa says preparations for the new campaign are going well.

He told the club's website: "Our preparation is going very well. We can see what the coaches want from us and we are all working very hard to adapt to their ideas. 

"There is a great fighting spirit within the squad and everyone is aiming to be ready for the battles ahead when the season starts.

"I got to play 20 minutes in the first match and I got a sense of the difference in how they play compared to us, especially their physicality and endurance, which allowed them to finish stronger, so it is important that we earmark that as an area where we can improve.

"Also, it's good to learn about game management, when to pass, the weight of the pass. Those seemingly small things can make a big difference in a match situation.

“This is my second pre-season with the first-team squad, and I am very happy and grateful to be here.”