Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates have confirmed their first XI for the Premier Soccer League assignment that will be staged at the FNB Stadium.
This is the second time the two teams are meeting in the almost-ending campaign. The initial fixture at the same venue on February 1 ended 1-0 in favour of the Buccaneers, Patrick Maswanganyi scored the lone goal after Relebohile Mofokeng was fouled by Njabulo Blom in the danger zone.
It was the fourth straight win over the Glamour Boys across all competitions, and a third consecutive victory in the league.
Kaizer Chiefs Starting XI
Amakhosi need maximum points to sustain their hopes of finishing in the top eight this season, which will give them a ticket to play in the MTN8 next season. They will have to do without their top scorer this season Wandile Duba – who has five goals to his name and an assist, owing to suspension.
Coach Nasreddine Nabi has a few injuries that have seen him make some changes to his team, hoping to get a positive outcome.
Chiefs XI: Bvuma, Solomons, Kwinika, Dove, Cross, Maart, Ngcobo, Mmodi, Shabalala, Lilepo, Sirino
Subs: Petersen, Mashiane, Miguel, Castillo, Matlou, Cele, Mthethwa, Du Preez. Morris.
Orlando Pirates starting XI
The Buccaneers lost on Wednesday against Sekhukhune United, and as a result, they are trailing leaders Mamelodi Sundowns by 12 points. They have to ensure they get maximum points to stay on course to winning the title, although the race doesn't favour them.
Bucs have to play their rivals without their dependable defender Nkosinathi Sibisi, who is suspended. Coach Jose Riveiro doesn't have too many injury concerns from his recent regulars.
Pirates XI: Chaine, Shandu, Xoki, Mbokazi, Mako, Makhaula, Mbatha, Hotto, Mofokeng, Nkota, Makgopa
Subs: Buthelezi, Maela, Ndlozi, Madiba, Salebe, Kimvuidi, Dlamini, Radiopane, Mabasa
