Stellenbosch FC will look to extend their recent edge over Kaizer Chiefs when they visit Soweto this week. The side, now seventh in the Premier Soccer League with nine points, are unbeaten in their last four matches across all competitions.
They have won their last two encounters with Chiefs by a 2-1 scoreline and have not lost to them in the last three meetings. This includes a 1-1 draw just last week, where Sinoxolo Kwayiba scored for Stellenbosch.
Gavin Hunt’s return to Soweto
Former Kaizer Chiefs coach Gavin Hunt now leads Stellenbosch FC back to a familiar venue. His knowledge of the home side adds an intriguing subplot to the fixture as his team seeks to build on their solid start to the season.
Kaizer Chiefs’ injury concerns
The hosts will be without several important players. Goalkeeper Brandon Petersen is sidelined with a knee problem, meaning Renaldo Leaner is expected to start. Midfielder Lebo Maboe also misses out due to an ankle injury that kept him out of the recent Bafana Bafana squad.
A further absentee is long-term injury casualty Langelihle Phili, who previously played for Stellenbosch FC. Head coach Fernando Da Cruz will have to reshuffle his options for the match.
Stellenbosch have won ten of the twenty all-time meetings between the sides, with five draws. They will aim to improve that record and continue their climb up the standings. The squad's current form and the latest injuries news for both teams will be key factors. Their next assignment after this trip is a home game against Chippa United on 30 October.
The report in full is at flashscore.com
