Kaizer Chiefs player ratings vs Richards Bay: Gaston Sirino sends warning to Mamelodi Sundowns but Amakhosi suffer setback

Brandon Petersen (6.5/10)

The goalkeeper had a relatively quiet evening, with Richards Bay offering few meaningful attempts to trouble him.

Bradley Cross (7/10) 

On the left, Cross worked tirelessly, providing Chiefs with consistent attacking options and a threat going forward. 

Aden McCarthy (7.5/10) 

It was unfortunate that the 21-year-old had to be taken off, seemingly with a hamstring issue, after showing solid composure in the heart of Chiefs’ defence. A setback for Amakhosi.

Inacio Miguel (7/10) 

Miguel marshalled his defence effectively, though Richards Bay’s attackers offered little threat throughout the game. 

Thabiso Monyane (7.5/10) 

The former Orlando Pirates right-back was lively going forward, consistently posing a threat in Chiefs’ attacking play. 

Thabo Cele (7/10)

Cele controlled the tempo for Chiefs, ensuring the team maintained momentum and had ample support going forward.

Sibongiseni Mthethwa (6.5/10)

While Mthethwa offered cover for the wingbacks, a few wayward passes disrupted Chiefs’ attacking flow.

Siphesihle Ndlovu (6.5/10) 

Ndlovu was substituted after the halftime break as Chiefs opted for a tactical change, bringing on extra firepower to boost their attack.

Glody Lilepo (7.5/10)

The 28-year-old operated on the left wing, consistently making his presence felt whenever Chiefs mounted an attack.

Wandile Duba (7/10) 

Another player who was active throughout the game provided a neat assist for Sirino’s decisive goal. 

Mduduzi Shabalala (6.5/10)

The forward struggled to make an impact, registering just two shots at goal, with only one on target. 

Zitha Kwinika (6.5/10)

Replacing McCarthy, Kwinika saw little action, ending the match with a yellow card and minimal impact on the game.

Nkosingiphile Ngcobo (7/10)

Introduced at halftime, Ngcobo added much-needed effectiveness to Chiefs’ attack. 

Gaston Sirino (7.5/10)

The South American was electric from the moment he came on in the second half, and his brilliantly taken goal secured maximum points for the team. A stern warning to his former club, Mamelodi Sundowns, ahead of next week's big clash.

Pule Mmodi (6/10)

In his 24 minutes on the field, Mmodi worked to help stabilise the match and maintain control.

Mfundo Vilakazi (No rating)

Not enough minutes on the field.

Khalid Ben Youssef (7/10)

One key decision was Ben Youssef’s early substitutions and bringing Sirino in to be an effective presence for the team in the second half.