With the much-anticipated Soweto Derby between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando
Pirates set to take place on Saturday, both teams boast players who could
light up the occasion. PSLSA takes a look at four key clashes that could
determine the outcome of the match.
Monnapule Saleng and Sifiso Hlanti will face off in a battle of the
attackers. Saleng has been in the form of his life this campaign and will
be keen to continue that form against Chiefs on Saturday. Hlanti, on the
other hand, has the bragging rights of having silenced Liverpool sensation
Mohamed Salah while on duty for Bafana Bafana in 2019.
Next Kaizer Chiefs Match!
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⚽️Kaizer Chiefs vs. Orlando Pirates
👕First Team
🗓️Saturday 25 February 2023
🏟FNB Stadium
🕞15h30
📺SuperSport PSL 202 & SABC 1
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Thembinkosi Lorch and Siyabonga Ngezana will also go head-to-head in what
could be a decisive battle in midfield. Lorch has been in impressive form
since his return from injury, while Ngezana has been restored to the
Chiefs starting XI due to a spate of injuries.
The battle of the captains will see Kaizer Chiefs’ Willard Katsande take
on Orlando Pirates’ Happy Jele. Katsande has been blowing hot and cold
this season, while Jele has been restored to left back under their Spanish
coach Jose Riveiro.
Lastly, Mduduzi Shabalala will take on Miguel Timm in the middle of the
park. Shabalala is brimming with confidence as he is set to take place in
his first-ever Soweto Derby, while Timm has established himself as a key
cog in Pirates midfield with his composure and excellent reading of the
game.
