Kaizer Chiefs face a high-stakes encounter against TS Galaxy this Sunday at 15:30 in Mbombela, seeking to end a run of four winless games in the Betway Premiership.
Chiefs Desperate for a Win
The Soweto giants, coached by Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef, have struggled recently, recording a 2-1 loss to Al Masry, a 1-1 draw against Zamalek, and a flat 0-0 against Chippa United.
A victory on Sunday is critical, as three points would lift Chiefs into third place on the log, drawing level with Mamelodi Sundowns on 26 points. Meanwhile, a win for the hosts, TS Galaxy, would see them jump from eighth to fifth place.
Anticipated Starting XI Changes
In a bid to reignite their form, Kaizer Chiefs are expected to make up to five changes to the team that drew against Chippa United.
| Position | Outgoing Player | Incoming Player | Expected Change Rationale |
| Right Back | Thabiso Monyane | Dillan Solomons | Replacing Monyane with the in-form Solomons. |
| Attacking Mid | George Matlou | Mduduzi Shabalala | Taking over central attacking midfield duties. |
| Left Wing | Nkosingiphile Ngcobo | Lebohang Maboe | Maboe slots back into the Number 8 role, displacing Ngcobo. |
| Right Wing | Mfundo Vilakazi | Khanyisa Mayo | Mayo returns to full fitness to start ahead of Vilakazi. |
| Striker | Flavio da Silva | Etiosa Ighodaro | Ighodaro leads the line for the Soweto giants. |
Full Expected Kaizer Chiefs Lineup:
The expected starting XI for the crucial fixture is:
Brandon Petersen; Dillan Solomons, Zitha Kwinika, Inacio Miguel, Paseka Mako; Sibongiseni Mthethwa, Lebohang Maboe; Asanele Velebayi, Khanyisa Mayo; Etiosa Ighodaro.
TS Galaxy: Chiefs’ Bogey Team
The task remains formidable for Chiefs, as they have not defeated TS Galaxy in their last five consecutive league meetings. The Rockets are renowned for their solid organisation and sharp transitions, making them one of the most difficult teams to play against in the league.
Galaxy enters the match on a high, boasting a five-match unbeaten run this season, which includes an emphatic 4-1 win over Chippa United and back-to-back 3-1 victories over Orbit College and AmaZulu.
