Predicting Mamelodi Sundowns' XI in Carling Knockout final against Magesi FC - Manqoba Mngqithi to ring surprising changes?

The former Golden Arrows coach might guide the Brazilians to their first trophy under his guidance this weekend against Dikwena tsa Meetse

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi is aiming at winning his first trophy as Masandawana coach when he plays Magesi FC.

The Premier Soccer League's newbies are a surprise package in this edition and will want to complete their cup adventure with another win at the Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein.

It is obvious, Mngqithi will not want to make mistakes, explaining why he might go for the best players possible to do do the job.

Have a look at the players the former AmaZulu coach might field.

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GOALKEEPER: Ronwen Williams
Williams, who is the ninth-ranked goalkeeper in the world, consistently delivers exceptional performances when his presence is most crucial.
After helping Bafana qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations unbeaten, he is ready to help Downs secure their first trophy of the season.

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RIGHT-BACK: Khuliso Mudau
Undoubted starter when fit; he is strong both in defense and in attack. This season, he has already made eight appearances.
Despite being a defender, 'Sailor' has two goals and an assist.
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LEFT-BACK: Aubrey Modiba
Just like Mudau, Modiba has been solid in defense and useful in attack. He has an assist in 11 appearances made.
Mngqithi is expected to start him at left-back.

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CENTRE-BACK: Grant Kekana
Kekana is anticipated to be in the starting lineup over Mosa Lebusa. He was a shocking omission from the Bafana squad that took part in the recent Afcon qualifiers.
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CENTRE-BACK: Mothobi Mvala
Mvala suffered a shoulder injury against Uganda on Friday, November 11, that saw him miss out the South Sudan outing but he is expected to be fit for the Saturday duel.
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CENTRAL MIDFIELDER: Teboho Mokoena
The 27-year-old has won over Manqoba Mngqithi's heart once again and is expected to provide screen cover for the defence.
He has played eight times for the club this season but has not yet managed to provide an assist or score.
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CENTRAL MIDFIELDER: Neo Maema
Neo Maema is expected to replace Bathusi Aubaas which will give his team attacking options. The 28-year-old has a goal in the six Masandawana outings across all competitions.
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ATTACKING MIDFIELDER: Marcelo Allende
The versatile South American has played 13 matches for the PSL champions this season but has no goal nor an assist. He is definitely desperate to open his account this season.
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RIGHT ATTACKER: Iqraam Rayners
The former Stellenbosch attacker has seven goals and an assist in 11 games he has played for Masandawana.
However, with Peter Shalulile getting back to form, Rayners might start on the right wing.
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LEFT ATTACKER: Lucas Ribeiro
The most in-form Sundowns player who has managed seven goals and four assists in 12 matches. He will be key for Masandawana.
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CENTRE-FORWARD: Peter Shalulile
The Namibia international struggled for goals for the better part of last season.
However, it takes nothing away from his quality in front of the goal; this season, he has four goals in 15 matches for the club.