Soweto Derby: Four Kaizer Chiefs Stars Who Could Miss Out on Orlando Pirates Clash This Weekend

Soweto Derby: Four Kaizer Chiefs Stars Who Could Miss Out on Orlando Pirates Clash This Weekend

Raphael Abiola
updated at March 5, 2024 at 6:55 AM
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  • Kaizer Chiefs is at risk of losing important players ahead of their game against Orlando Pirates
  • The Amakhosi lost the first leg in November and could end up with the same fate this weekend
  • Sports Brief has listed four Kaizer Chiefs stars at risk of missing the Soweto Derby on Saturday

Orlando Pirates are set to host Kaizer Chiefs at the Orlando Stadium for the second Soweto Derby this season, in fresh Premier Soccer League action.

The Buccaneers won the first leg of the tie 1-0 at the FNB Stadium and would hope to get another win in front of their home fans.

The Amakhosi will face Golden Arrows in their next DStv Premiership game, but Cavin Johnson would have this weekend's derby at the back of his mind.

Cavin Johnson could be without four of his most important players for Kaizer Chiefs clash with Orlando Pirates. Photo: @SAFootClassics.
Cavin Johnson could be without four of his most important players for Kaizer Chiefs' clash with Orlando Pirates. Photo: @SAFootClassics.
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Sports Brief takes a look at the four Kaizer Chiefs players who could miss the Soweto Derby.

Chiefs players who could miss Pirates' clash

1. Edmilson Dove

The defender will not be available for the game against Pirates after picking up a straight red card in Chiefs goalless draw against Moroka Swallows last weekend.

2. Yusuf Maart

Maart holds a significant role in Johnson's team and could be unavailable for the clash if he gets a yellow card against Arrows on Tuesday.

3. Pule Mmodi

Mmodi is facing the same situation as Maart. He is on three yellow cards, and a booking against Arrows could rule him out of the derby this weekend.

4. Edson Castillo

Castillo is the last man on the list and must exercise extra caution if selected to play against the Backheel Boys. He is also a booking away from missing the clash against their city rivals.

Johnson would hope to have his strongest team available for the Soweto Derby but a few poor decisions could leave him with only a slim chance.

Msimango admits Chiefs fans' frustrations

Sports Brief earlier reported that Kaizer Chiefs defender, Given Msimango, opened up about the distress he feels seeing the team's supporters upset due to their disappointing season so far.

Growing up in Brakpan, he was a devoted supporter of the club and said joining them was a dream come true. Despite the dream of playing for his beloved club, the season hasn't gone as hoped.

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Raphael Abiola
Raphael Abiola is a Nigerian Sports Journalist with over five years of experience. He obtained a B.Tech degree in Computer Science from the Federal University of Technology, Akure, in 2015.
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