Chippa United will be looking to revive their season when they host third-tier side Mpheni Home Defenders in the Nedbank Cup round of 16 on Saturday afternoon. Interim coach Kurt Lentjies has not been able to turn the tide since he replaced Morgan Mammila, as Chippa lost for the third consecutive league game after a 2-0 defeat to AmaZulu last weekend. However, the Chilli Boys booked their spot in the last 16 after beating Motsepe Foundation Championship side Polokwane City on penalties following a 1-1 draw in extra-time.
Mpheni, who are campaigning in the ABC Motsepe League Limpopo region, got to this stage after thrashing fellow third-tier outfit Clarewood JPM. The Bulls are currently top of the standings in the Limpopo Stream A, just three points clear of second-placed Giyani Happy Boys with a game in hand. Mpheni are in great form, as they have won 11 of their 12 league games so far after drubbing Musina United 3-0 towards the end of February.
Saturday’s match between Chippa United and Mpheni Home Defenders promises to be an entertaining affair. Chippa will be looking to use their home ground advantage to their advantage, while Mpheni will be looking to continue their impressive form and progress to the quarterfinals of the Nedbank Cup.
