Chiefs Game Today Live: Kaizer Chiefs Face Stellenbosch FC
Kaizer Chiefs return to action this evening at the FNB Stadium to face Stellenbosch FC in a Betway Premiership encounter. This match comes just 10 days after Amakhosi missed out on qualification for this season’s CAF Confederation Cup knockout stages.
Currently, Chiefs occupy fourth place on the table with 30 points from 15 matches, while Stellenbosch sits in 13th place with 16 points from 16 games. The visitors are eager to ease their relegation concerns, while Amakhosi aims to apply pressure on the three teams above them.
Why It Matters
Coaches Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef face challenges with the loss of George Matlou to injury. However, there are positives as Aden McCarthy returns from suspension, and Thabo Cele, Bradley Cross, and Fiacre Ntwari are back from injury, although they will start on the bench. Additionally, Sibongiseni Mthethwa has resumed training, adding depth to the squad.
Fans will also see Ethan Chislett make his debut in Gold & Black, while Nkosingiphile Ngcobo and Ashley du Preez return to the lineup, enhancing the team’s attacking options.
What’s Next
The match is set to kick off at 7:30 PM, and Chiefs supporters are hopeful for a strong performance to boost their league standing. The starting lineup includes goalkeeper Brandon Petersen, a back four of Paseka Mako, Aden McCarthy, Zitha Kwinika, and Dillan Solomons, with a midfield duo of Nkosingiphile Ngcobo and Lebohang Maboe, and an attacking trio featuring Ashley du Preez and Ethan Chislett.
