South Africa will come to a halt this afternoon as Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates lock horns at the iconic FNB Stadium.
Both teams will be desperate to pick up maximum points in today's DStv Premiership clash.
Chiefs are currently one point behind Orlando Pirates after 19 league games. Coach Johnson's team enters today's match in sixth place, while Ribeiro's side are fifth.
Kaizer Chiefs will be without key players this afternoon due to suspension. See details below.
Kaizer Chiefs suspension updates
Edmilson Dove Due to the suspension, I will not be involved in today's proceedings. The Mozambican defender received a red card in last weekend's draw with Swallows.
The good news is Itumeleng Khune The club has returned from suspension. The Amakos legend was suspended for off-field issues late last year.
Action at FNB Stadium is scheduled to begin at the following times: 15:30. The match will be broadcast live on SuperSport PSL and SABC1. Fans are encouraged to arrive at the stadium early.
“That's one of the club's goals (to return to Africa). It's been a while. If we can achieve this on Saturday, we'll be able to play more and ultimately be as high as we can in the league. ” Kaizer Chiefs coach Cabin Johnson said. IOL.
“I think there's still about 11 games left. So if we can get a positive result like we're hoping for tomorrow, we'll be in a good position going forward.
“Duba has been planning this for the last three years. He has been mentally preparing for the derby against Kaizer Chiefs. For me, the excitement when Wandile came in and scored the goal. It's not new, but it would be very new if he came in and scored in the Soweto derby.”
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