Kaizer Chiefs have a titanic Nedbank Cup final on the horizon against Orlando Pirates. Is this their strongest XI to end the trophy drought?
Likely Kaizer Chiefs XI vs Orlando Pirates
Bvuma; Solomons, Msimango, Miguel, Dove; Cele, Maart; Shabalala, Sirino, Mmodi; Lilepo.
When is the Nedbank Cup final?
Chiefs and Soweto rivals Orlando Pirates will contest their ninth meeting in a Nedbank Cup final. The stage is set for kickoff at 15:30 on Saturday, 10 May at Moses Mabhida Stadium.
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Cautious optimism for Kaizer Chiefs
Of the teams’ eight previous meetings in the Nedbank Cup final, Kaizer Chiefs have won six finals – in 1971, 1976, 1977, 1981, 1984 and 2006. Orlando Pirates have managed two wins in 1975 and 1988. A 75% win ratio is a huge reason for Amakhosi fans to be cautiously optimistic.
Success is not necessarily hanging on Nedbank Cup glory
Phakaaathi writer Khaya Ndubane thinks that Chiefs fans need to ‘chill’ amid excitement over their 2-1 semi-final win over Sundowns. Honestly, we can’t say we disagree with that stance, and he might be onto something. There’s still a massive hurdle in the way of Chiefs finally ending their long trophy drought. That barrier happens to be Soweto rivals Orlando Pirates.
Is this the XI to bring the trophy home?
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