The hunt for continental football continues this Sunday as Kaizer Chiefs travel to Polokwane for a pivotal Betway Premiership encounter against Sekhukhune United. Kicking off at the Peter Mokaba Stadium, this fixture is a “must-win” for the Glamour Boys as they look to capitalize on their recent momentum and secure a top-three finish.
Coming off a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Mamelodi Sundowns, Amakhosi are currently on an impressive run, having snatched 18 points from their last nine outings.
The Stakes: Chasing CAF Qualification
For Kaizer Chiefs, the objective is clear: Five more points from their remaining three matches will mathematically guarantee a third-place finish and a spot in the CAF Confederation Cup. A victory on Sunday would put them within touching distance of that goal.
Team News & Challenges
The squad faces significant selection hurdles heading into this weekend:
- Midfield General Out: Siphesihle Ndlovu is suspended for this clash after picking up his fourth yellow card against Sundowns. His absence leaves a void in the defensive midfield role that club legends have likened to the grit of Willard Katsande.
- Injury Blows: Star playmaker Mduduzi Shabalala is out for the remainder of the season following surgery on a fractured arm. Additionally, winger Wandile Duba is a major doubt as he battles a groin injury.
- The Wall: All eyes remain on goalkeeper Brandon Petersen, whose award-winning form and Bafana Bafana aspirations have made him the standout performer of the current campaign.
Match Logistics
- Date: Sunday, 10 May 2026
- Venue: Peter Mokaba Stadium, Polokwane
- Kickoff: 17:30
- Broadcast: Catch the action live on SuperSport PSL (Channel 202).
- Tickets: Available for R60 at Computicket, Shoprite, Checkers, or kaizerchiefs.com/kc-tickets
