Kaizer Chiefs star SUSPENDED for the Nedbank Cup final
Kaizer Chiefs must reshuffle their defence to marshal Orlando Pirates in the Nedbank Cup final. Who's missing out?
Kaizer Chiefs left-back Bradley Cross won't take part in the weekend showpiece through suspension after his red card against Pirates in last weekend's league meeting. The 24-year-old has occasionally even been used at centre-back this season, such have been the injury struggles for manager Nasreddine Nabi to contend with. Edmilson Dove should shift out to deputise for Cross. Further up the pitch, coach Nabi must either opt for Thabo Cele ot Nkosingiphile Ngcobo to partner Yusuf Maart at the base of midfield.
Predicted Amakhosi XI for the final
Chiefs and Soweto rivals Orlando Pirates will play in their ninth meeting in a Nedbank Cup final. The match will kick off at 15:30 on Saturday, 10 May, at Moses Mabhida Stadium. History gives Kaizer Chiefs a chance
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.
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