Kaizer Chiefs captain Brandon Petersen hopes the MTN8 sets the tone for s successful season.

Kaizer Chiefs captain Brandon Petersen believes winning the MTN8 would provide the perfect springboard for Amakhosi’s season as they prepare to face Golden Arrows in Sunday’s quarter-final.

Chiefs return to South Africa’s premier knockout competition after missing the previous two editions, with Fernando Da Cruz’s side eager to make an immediate statement at FNB Stadium.

The Glamour Boys secured their place in this season’s MTN8 after improving their league position last term and now have the opportunity to compete for the first trophy of the new campaign.

Speaking after the MTN8 launch in Randburg earlier this week, Petersen admitted simply returning to the competition has provided added motivation within the Chiefs squad.