After an intense Soweto derby held at FNB Stadium on Saturday, the iconic venue will once again host a thrilling match just three days later.
Kaizer Chiefs are set to face AmaZulu FC in the first fixture of the second half of the Betway Premiership season this Tuesday.
Aiming for Victory After Soweto Derby Loss
Kaizer Chiefs are determined to bounce back from their recent loss in the Soweto derby, hoping for a win in this mid-week encounter.
Meanwhile, AmaZulu come into the match on a high note, having secured a solid 3-0 victory over SuperSport United on Saturday night in Durban.
Both teams are hungry for points, and the match promises to be an exciting one.
Looking Back at the First Encounter Between the Two Teams
In their first meeting of the season back in September 2024, Kaizer Chiefs triumphed 3-1 over AmaZulu at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban.
Now, both teams are looking to pick up another three points to improve their standings on the league table.
Current Standings: Kaizer Chiefs vs AmaZulu FC
As it stands, both teams have played 15 matches each.
Kaizer Chiefs are in fifth place with 21 points, while AmaZulu sit slightly behind in ninth place with 19 points.
It’s a crucial match for both sides as they look to climb higher up the table.
Injury Woes and Squad Changes for Kaizer Chiefs
Kaizer Chiefs will have to contend with a few injuries and suspensions ahead of the match.
Njabulo Blom, who received his fourth yellow card of the season during the Soweto derby, will serve a one-match suspension.
Additionally, George Matlou will miss the game due to a minor injury.
With recent signings Thabo Cele, Glody Lilepo, and Tashreeq Morris starting for the first time, coach Nasreddine Nabi has made a total of six changes to the lineup.
Other players like Samkelo Zwane, Thatayaone Ditlhokwe, and Ranga Chivaviro are also making way for fresh faces.
Lineup and Formation for Kaizer Chiefs
The Amakhosi will switch to a 4-4-2 formation for this match, with Bruce Bvuma remaining as the starting goalkeeper.
The defense will feature Bradley Cross on the left, Rushwin Dortley and Inacio Miguel at center-back, and Reeve Frosler on the right.
In midfield, Thabo Cele will pair up with Yusuf Maart, while Pule Mmodi and Mduduzi Shabalala will occupy the winger positions.
Leading the attack will be the new arrivals, Lilepo and Morris.
Maart will captain the team for this fixture.
AmaZulu’s Squad for the Match
AmaZulu, under the guidance of co-coaches Arthur Zwane and Vusumuzi Vilakazi, will look to keep up their strong form.
The team will be led by their captain, Hlompho Kekana, in a defensive midfield role. AmaZulu’s starting lineup includes goalkeeper Ofori, with Jooste, Mobara, Mphahlele, and Fielies forming the defense.
In attack, Kambindu, Moremi, and Human will be key players to watch.
Referee and Match Broadcast Details
Siyabulela Qunta will be the referee for this match, with Happy Nhlanhla and Khamusi Razwimisani as the assistant referees.
The match will be broadcast live on SuperSport’s PSL Channel 202 on DStv and can also be followed on various SABC radio stations.
Team Lineups
Kaizer Chiefs
- Bvuma (44), Miguel (84), Dortley (14), Cross (48), Frosler (39), Cele (21), Maart (captain – 8), Mmodi (13), Shabalala (42), Lilepo (99), Morris (40)
Substitutes: Petersen (1), Kwinika (4), Ditlhokwe (24), Blom (6), Zwane (37), Potsane (11), Vilakazi (28), Sirino (10), Chivaviro (7)
Coach: Nasreddine Nabi
AmaZulu
- Ofori (50), Jooste (26), Mobara (2), Mphahlele (captain – 23), Hanamub (14), Fielies (43), Motshwari (8), Ekstein (27), Kambindu (93), Moremi (19), Human (21)
Substitutes: Mothwa (44), Gumede (17), Ngobeni (25), Mngonyana (45), Ngema (10), Brooks (4), Ighodaro (9), Sithole (37), Mbanjwa (15)
Co-Coaches: Arthur Zwane and Vusumuzi Vilakazi
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