Stellenbosch vs Kaizer Chiefs: Preview, team news, time and where to watch

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Stellenbosch vs Kaizer Chiefs: Preview, team news, time and where to watch

Kaizer Chiefs and Stellenbosch are set to face each other once again, but in the Carling Knockout.

Since last season, this will be the fifth time the two teams are meeting in three different competitions in Mzansi.

It has created competitive rivalry and excitement which is a plus to the South African football.

Wandile Duba and Sage Stephens Kaizer Chiefs vs Stellenbosch
Image – Kaizer Chiefs

Recent Form and Head-to-Head Record

Stellenbosch have continued to do relatively well domestically despite losing their top players yet again in the concluded transfer window. They reached the MTN8 final but lost to Orlando Pirates.

In the Premier Soccer League, they have found themselves in the unfamiliar 14th position with six points after a win, three draws and five losses.

Amakhosi started the season with four wins and a draw in the five games played, but since then, they have managed just one win in the recent six games across all competitions.

Steve Barker Stellenbosch
Image – Stellenbosch

It is a concern for the Glamour Boys who did some good business in the transfer window.

In the head-to-head record, Stellies have lost the last five games against the Soweto giants across all competitions, failing to score in three occasions.

What they said

Cup competitions are always exciting, and the Carling Knockout is another opportunity for us to challenge for another trophy. It’s also nice to be playing at home first and against a team like Kaizer Chiefs. The mood is good and we have prepared well, with the boys showing a lot of energy and enthusiasm – Steve Barker, Stellies coach.

Cedric Kaze unveiled at Kaizer Chiefs. Photo Kaizer Chiefs

“We are privileged to be in a situation where we can feel the pressure because that’s where you work very hard. There are sleepless nights, myself and my colleagues didn’t sleep last nights. We were analysing the game, preparing for Stellenbosch [upcoming Carling Knockout Cup clash].We were looking at what can we do differently to score those goals. This is a message to the fans. I know that they want to win, and we are doing everything we can – Cedric Kaze, Kaizer Chiefs assistant coach.

Team News & Starting XI

Andre de Jong of Stellenbosch in action against Zamalek. Photo Stellenbosch

The hosts have not reported any recent injury concerns meaning coach Barker has some consistency regarding his playing unit.

However, midfielder Andre de Jong – who received a call from New Zealand ahead of the internationa break, will have to be careful since he has already accumilated three yellow cards, just one away from suspension.

Etiosa Ighodaro Asanele Velebayi and Luke Baartman Kaizer Chiefs
Image – FarPOST

Etiosa Ighodaro and Ethan Chislett might make their debut for the Glamour Boys a couple of months after joining the team.

Nevertheless, Paseka Mako, Given Msimango, Thabiso Monyane and Rushwin Dortley will be available after the international break.

Stellenbosch Probable XI: Stephens, Godswill, Stanic, Mcaba, Mdaka, Khiba, Mthiyane, Khanyi, Titus, De Jong, Cupido

Chiefs Probable XI: Petersen, Solomons, Cross, Miguel, Kwinika, Mthethwa, Ngcobo, Shabalala, Lilepo, mmodi, Mayo

When and Where to watch

The game will be played on Sunday from 15h00 at the DHL Stadium in Cape Town. However, those who will not make it to the venue can follow proceedings on SuperSport's Premier Soccer League channel 202.

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Willis Sob is an experienced journalist who has been in the game since 2009, covering major assignments around the continent.
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