SuperSport United and Kaizer Chiefs are set for another battle in the Betway Premiership just a week after Chiefs’ decisive 4-0 victory over SuperSport.
The rematch, scheduled for Saturday, at Polokwane’s New Peter Mokaba Stadium, has both teams determined to set a different tone, with kick-off planned for 17h30.
Chiefs come into the game on a high, riding the momentum of their recent win and the guidance of Coach Nasreddine Nabi.
The squad has shown cohesion, with players like Edson Castillo making notable contributions, though the coaching team continues monitoring Njabulo Blom’s match fitness.
Chiefs’ unchanged line-up give them stability, while SuperSport’s recent struggles add an air of urgency.
SuperSport, led by coach Gavin Hunt, are keen to rebound after their recent 2-0 league defeat to Orlando Pirates.
United defender Thulani Hlatshwayo emphasized the importance of improvement rather than revenge, saying, “We know what went wrong last week. It’s not about revenge but about fixing those mistakes.”
New SuperSport signing Abubeker Nassir is tipped as a potential debutant, though his match fitness remains a consideration.
SuperSport also face depth challenges with key players Bradley Grobler and Grant Margeman sidelined due to injuries.
Reflecting on their three consecutive losses, Hlatshwayo stressed the need for mental resilience: “We must learn from last week. This is the time to come together as a team and play with purpose.”
With 43 previous matches between the clubs, SuperSport held 18 wins to Chiefs’ 14, with 11 draws, setting the stage for a fiercely competitive encounter.