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Predicting Kaizer Chiefs' XI to face Magesi FC in PSL encounter - Edson Castillo or Samkelo Zwane to replace Thabo Cele?

Amakhosi face Dikwena Tsa Meetse following their defeat to Downs in Tshwane and the Soweto giants will be desperate for a win.

Kaizer Chiefs will be aiming to return to winning form when they face off against Magesi FC in a Premier Soccer League game at the FNB Stadium on Tuesday evening.

Nasreddine Nabi' side will be without two key players, specifically Gaston Sirino and Thabo Cele, who will be absent from this match due to suspension.

A few other players, including Sibongiseni Mthethwa and Happy Mashiane, are not available due to injuries.

Here, GOAL examines the Soweto giants' roster and predicts how Chiefs might line up against Magesi.

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  • Bruce Bvuma, Kaizer Chiefs, January 2025.BackPagePix

    GOALKEEPER: Bruce Bvuma

    The current Chiefs first-choice goalkeeper was unable to keep a clean sheet against Mamelodi Sundowns.

    He will seek to prevent conceding again at the FNB Stadium.

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  • Reeve Frosler, Kaizer Chiefs, October 2024Backpagepix

    RIGHT-BACK: Reeve Frosler

    Even though he was taken off towards the end of the match in Tshwane on Saturday, he produced a solid performance.

    Nabi is expected to start with him over Njabulo Blom in the right-back spot.

  • Edmilson Dove, Kaizer ChiefsKaizer Chiefs

    LEFT-BACK: Edmilson Dove

    The Mozambican returned from a long-term injury and delivered a strong performance against a formidable Sundowns team.

  • Inacio Miguel, Kaizer Chiefs, October 2024Inacio Miguel/Instagram

    CENTRE-BACK: Inacio Miguel

    Since joining Amakhosi at the beginning of the season, the seasoned defender has demonstrated leadership qualities.

  • Rushwin Dortley, Kaizer Chiefs, November 2024Backpagepix

    CENTRE-BACK: Rushwin Dortley

    The Bafana Bafana star is a permanent fixture in Chiefs' defence due to his consistency.

  • Yusuf Maart, Kaizer ChiefsBackpage

    CENTRAL MIDFIELDER: Yusuf Maart

    With Sibongiseni Mthethwa still sidelined due to injury and Thabo Cele absent from this match, the Tunisian coach might utilize his captain in the defensive midfield role.

  • George Matlou, Kaizer ChiefsBackpage

    CENTRAL MIDFIELDER: George Matlou

    The fan-favourite is poised to start as an eight for Amakhosi against Magesi, if Nabi opts to shift Maart to the defensive midfield role.

  • Mduduzi Shabalala, Kaizer Chiefs, September 2024Backpagepix

    ATTACKING MIDFIELDER: Mduduzi Shabalala

    Shabalala faced criticism for failing to convert clear chances in their previous game.

    The Soweto giants Academy graduate will be aiming to amend his mistakes and prove his doubters wrong in this match. 

  • Glody Lilepo, Kaizer ChiefsBackpage

    RIGHT ATTACKER: Glody Lilepo

    The Congolese forward underperformed against the star-studded Downs team.

    He will be looking to add to his three-goal tally against Dikwena Tsa Meetse.

  • Pule Mmodi, Kaizer Chiefs, January 2025Backpagepix

    LEFT ATTACKER: Pule Mmodi

    Mmodi has established himself as one of the key players for Nabi this season.

  • Ashley du Preez, Kaizer ChiefsBackpage

    CENTRE-FORWARD: Ashley Du Preez

    The speedy striker was introduced early in the match against Masandawana to replace an injured Tashreeq Morris and was later replaced. 

    He is expected to start upfront with Morris an injury doubt.

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