TP Mazembe Overview

Chiefs are currently navigating a significant midfield selection headache following a string of injuries to key first-team personnel. However, former Amakhosi winger Thuso Phala believes the club was right to sanction the departure of Thabo Cele earlier this season.

The Winelands-based side's coach has delivered a sobering assessment of his team’s title credentials, effectively ruling out a challenge for the top spots this season. Following a hard-fought draw against Kaizer Chiefs, the veteran tactician admitted that the financial might and squad depth of the league's frontrunners have created an insurmountable gap.

Amakhozi were forced into an emergency reshuffle just moments before their clash with Stellenbosch FC after a major administrative oversight came to light. The late drama saw Faiz Abrahams removed from the starting line-up despite having been initially named to face his parent club.

Stellies' coach has lauded the immediate impact of the utility star following the midfielder's debut for the club against Amakhosi. Despite a period of inactivity abroad, the former Bafana Bafana star completed a full 90 minutes at FNB Stadium to help his new side secure a hard-fought draw.