All eyes will be firmly focused on whether Njabulo Ngcobo will retain his place in Kaizer Chiefs’ starting XI vs Cape Town City on Saturday.
Chiefs have issued a statement where the defender has apologized for his touchline outburst that left a large faction of the club’s support base dissatisfied with his behavior. Interim coach Arthur Zwane has also revealed that all is forgiven; but has the hatchet been buried?
Chiefs will be out to put an end to a three-match losing streak when they take on Cape Town City on Saturday. Soccer Laduma takes a look at how Amakhosi could line up against the Citizens.
Goalkeeper: Brandon Petersen
Having firmly established himself as this season’s regular first choice Brandon Peterson looks set to retain his place in the starting XI, while the likes of Itumeleng Khune, Bruce Bvuma and Daniel Akpeyi have to bide their time.
Defenders: Reeve Frosler, Daniel Cardoso, Ramahlwe Mphahlele, Siyabonga Ngezana
With Njabulo Ngcobo expected to sit this one out, Arthur Zwane could reinstate the experienced Daniel Cardoso in central defence alongside Ramahlwe Mphahlele and Siyabonga Ngezana.
Midfielders: Nkosingiphile Ngcobo, Cole Alexander, Njabulo Blom
Zwane is expected to keep the same midfield that started in their loss to Golden Arrows.
Attackers: Leonardo Castro, Keagan Dolly, Khama Billiat
The famous ‘CBD’ attacking trident has once again been tried and tested by Chiefs in recent matches and is expected to continue against City on Saturday.
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