Kaizer Chiefs starting 11 with Asanele Velebayi
To avoid complications, we've taken the same lineup that opened the Betway Premiership with a 2-0 win over Stellenbosch FC. The only change is Velebayi coming in on the right wing for Wandile Duba who is primarily a striker.
The 22-year-old winger, who can play on either wing or the attacking midfield role, is likely to compete for minutes on the right and left wings.
Good news on four Kaizer Chiefs players
'Asanele Velebayi has officially joined Kaizer Chiefs,' the Soweto giants confirmed. 'The Cape Town-born winger has signed a long-term contract, fulfilling his lifelong dream of wearing the Gold & Black colours of Amakhosi. New Kaizer Chiefs star Asanele Velebayi unveiled at Naturena for the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season. Image: @unplayable/X
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Good news on four Kaizer Chiefs players Brandon Petersen – Goalkeeper
Thabiso Monyane – Right back
Inacio Miguel – Right central defender
Aden McCarthy – Left central defender
Bradley Cross – Left back
Thabo Cele – Holding midfielder
Nkosingiphile Ngcobo – Central midfielder
Mduduzi Shabalala – Attacking midfielder
Glody Lilepo – Left winger
Asanele Velebayi – Right winger
Naledi Hlongwane – Striker.
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