Predicting Mamelodi Sundowns' XI to play Sekhukhune United: Manqoba Mngqithi to give Khuliso Mudau another chance?

Masandawana will be chasing maximum points at home against the unpredictable Babina Noko.

Mamelodi Sundowns continue their Premier Soccer League duties with a game against Sekhukhune United at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Saturday.

Manqoba Mngqithi's team will not want to drop any more points since that might work against them since leaders Orlando Pirates have already managed to get a three-point advantage.

Masandawana are expected to make a few changes to the team that drew 0-0 with AS Maniema Union in the midweek Caf Champions League outing.

Here, GOAL observes Sundowns' squad and forecasts how Mngqithi is likely to line up his team against Sekhukhune.

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GOALKEEPER: Ronwen Williams
Mr. Reliable is once again set to man Masandawana's goal.
As usual, he will have to ensure he organises his defence well to ensure no surprises come his way as seen against Magesi FC in the Carling Knockout final.

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RIGHT-BACK: Khuliso Mudau
Mngqithi was unhappy with Mudau for a mistake that allowed Magesi to score the winning goal in the Carling Knockout final.
Thapelo Morena was started against Maniema on Tuesday before the former was introduced later into the match. On Saturday, Mudau is likely to get a starting berth again.
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LEFT-BACK: Aubrey Modiba
After a busy international outing with Bafana which followed with the Magesi game, Modiba was rested on Tuesday.
The left-back should get his place back against Babina Noko ahead of Divine Lunga.

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CENTRE-BACK: Grant Kekana
It is highly unlikely that there will be any surprises in the defensive setup , especially regarding Kekana. Currently, he is the main man at the heart of Masandawana's defence.
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CENTRE-BACK: Mothobi Mvala
Mvala was rested by Hugo Broos against South Sudan after a hand injury suffered against Uganda. The center-back partnered Kekana in the loss against Magesi but Mngqithi opted to give him an extra rest on Tuesday.
He should be fully fit for the Saturday test.
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CENTRAL MIDFIELDER: Bathusi Aubaas
Known for his hard tackles, Aubaas should be reinstated in the starting team to help keep shape and ensure Masandawana dominate.
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CENTRAL MIDFIELDER: Teboho Mokoena
As usual, the versatile South Africa international was exceptional in the midweek international assignment.
He has won Mngqithi's heart after initial misunderstandings and is expected to partner Aubaas against Babina Noko.
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ATTACKING MIDFIELDER: Marcelo Allende
In the absence of the injured captain Themba Zwane, Allende has been Downs' anchorman in the midfield department.
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RIGHT ATTACKER: Iqraam Rayners
Rayners suffered a knock against Magesi that saw him miss the midweek assignment. He should be fit to reclaim his place in the team.
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LEFT ATTACKER: Lucas Ribeiro
He has on several occasions played in the number 10. role, but with the nature of the opponent and the availability of players, Ribeiro might be played on the left wing.
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CENTRE-FORWARD: Peter Shalulile
Shalulile has picked up his pace after a sluggish start to the season, and Mngqithi could count on him to inspire the team towards securing all three points against Babina Noko.