Chiefs Boosted By Duo Ahead Of Magesi Clash

Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed they will be boosted by the return of Sibongiseni Mthethwa and Aden McCarthy ahead of their Betway Premiership encounter against Magesi FC in Durban.

Amakhosi will host Magesi at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday (18:00), with both players returning from suspension after missing the 1-0 win over Durban City at FNB Stadium last weekend.

The duo had been suspended after picking up bookings in the previous match against Richards Bay FC. Their absence did not stop Chiefs from ending a four-match losing streak, thanks to a decisive goal from Glody Lilepo.

The victory lifted Chiefs to fifth place on the table with 33 points from 19 matches, keeping them firmly in the race for a CAF competition spot.

In a statement, Chiefs said: “After securing victory in Sunday’s Betway Premiership fixture against Durban City in Johannesburg, Kaizer Chiefs will return to their alternative home venue, the Moses Mabhida Stadium, this Saturday to host Magesi.

“Amakhosi, currently fifth on the log with 33 points from 19 matches, have two games in hand compared to most teams above them. Magesi, meanwhile, sit at the bottom of the standings with 14 points from 20 matches.

“This encounter promises to be a fierce battle, as Chiefs are chasing a CAF qualification spot, while Magesi are fighting to escape the relegation zone.

“Chiefs will be boosted by the return of Sibongiseni Mthethwa and Aden McCarthy, both of whom missed Sunday’s match due to suspension. Their availability adds depth to a squad already strengthened by recent recoveries from injury.”

First meeting this season

This will be the first meeting between the two sides this season. Chiefs won the last encounter 2-1 in March last season.

Magesi head into the clash rooted at the bottom of the table with 14 points from 20 matches, as they look to revive their campaign and climb out of the relegation zone.