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The stage is set for a thrilling encounter at the FNB Stadium as Kaizer Chiefs, still reeling from two successive defeats, face off against Magesi FC in a must-win Betway Premiership match. The Soweto giants, who suffered a 4-1 thrashing at the hands of SuperSport United and a 1-0 loss to Mamelodi Sundowns, are eager to get back on the winning trail and close the gap on the league leaders. However, they will have to do so without the services of key players, including midfielder Thabo Cele, who is suspended, and talismanic playmaker Gaston Sirino, who is still serving a ban.
As the two teams take to the field, the atmosphere will be electric, with the Chiefs faithful urging their team on to victory. The match kicks off at 7:30 pm, and the stakes are high, with Magesi FC fighting to avoid relegation. The visitors, who boosted their survival hopes with a 1-0 win over SuperSport United on Saturday, will be looking to cause an upset and dent Chiefs' title aspirations. Their recent win has given them a much-needed boost in confidence, and they will be eager to build on that momentum. With the likes of Mduduzi Shabalala, who scored a brace in the reverse fixture, and Ranga Chivaviro, who is expected to spearhead the Chiefs attack, the stage is set for a thrilling encounter.
Here are the starting lineups for both teams:
- Kaizer Chiefs: 44. Bvuma, 25. Msimango, 84. Miguel, 2. Dove, 39. Frosler, 8. Maart, 6. Blom, 38. Vilakazi, 13. Mmodi, 99. Lilepo, 7. Chivaviro
- Magesi FC: 1. Chipizeze, 25. Abrahams, 8. J.Mokone, 4. Makgoga, 3. Buthelezi, 35. Matima, 16. Kakora, 50. Mashikinya, 40. Motupa, 26. Mtshali, 36. Vandala
In terms of statistics, Kaizer Chiefs have a slight edge over Magesi FC, having won 2 out of their last 5 meetings. However, Magesi FC have been in good form recently, with 2 wins in their last 3 matches. The Chiefs, on the other hand, have struggled, with 2 losses in their last 2 matches. Here are some key statistics to consider:
- Kaizer Chiefs: 2 wins, 2 draws, 1 loss in their last 5 matches
- Magesi FC: 2 wins, 1 draw, 2 losses in their last 5 matches
- Head-to-head: Kaizer Chiefs have won 2 out of their last 5 meetings with Magesi FC
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