Kaizer Chiefs name starting XI for Sekhukhune United clash

Kaizer Chiefs have made changes for their Betway Premiership meeting with Sekhukhune United at FNB Stadium on Wednesday, as Fernando da Cruz’s side look to respond to their MTN8 quarter-final defeat by Golden Arrows.

The Amakhosi were beaten 1-0 by Golden Arrows on Sunday, ending their involvement in the competition and leaving them determined to recover in front of their home supporters.

Chiefs began their league campaign with a 3-1 victory over newly promoted Kruger United two weeks ago. They will now attempt to build on that result against a Sekhukhune side who have also made a winning start to their league campaign.

Sekhukhune United defeated Stellenbosch FC 1-0 in their opening league match. They also progressed in the MTN8 on Saturday night after beating Polokwane City 3-2.

The visitors are managed by Cedric Kaze, who will face his former club when Sekhukhune take on Chiefs at FNB Stadium.

The two teams shared contrasting results in their league meetings last season. Sekhukhune won 3-1 at FNB Stadium, but Chiefs claimed a 2-0 victory in the reverse fixture.

Kaizer Chiefs starting XI

1. Petersen; 18. Solomons, 4. Kwinika, 84. Miguel, 39. Frosler; 6. Maboe, 5. Mthethwa; 17. Velebayi, 11. Baartman, 11. Phili; 70. Ighodaro.

Substitutes: 16. Leaner, 2. Monyane, 38. Nkgwesa, 42. Moloisane, 8. Ndlovu, 13. Mmodi, 77. Da Silva, 7. Shabalala, 28. Vilakazi.

Sekhukhune United starting XI

16. Nsabata; 28. Matsimbi, 25. Letlapa, 4. Cardoso, 33. Khupe; 17. Mashiloane, 15. Mkhize; 12. Khiba, 11. Rammala, 31. Mokoena; 3. Ndlovu.

Substitutes: 30. Buthelezi, 26. Mcaba, 2. Mobbie, Ndlozi, 45. Tlaka, 7. Ramabu, 13. Vandala, Mahlangu, 21. Mojela.

The match takes place at FNB Stadium on Wednesday, 12 August 2026, with both clubs seeking to maintain momentum in the Betway Premiership after their respective opening victories.

Chiefs’ return to league action comes just three days after their MTN8 exit, while Sekhukhune arrive having secured a notable cup win over Polokwane City. Their recent league and cup results mean both teams enter the contest with confidence, despite Chiefs’ disappointment against Golden Arrows.

Kaizer Chiefs will be aiming to restore pride in front of their supporters, while Sekhukhune United will look to extend their unbeaten start to the new league campaign.