Kaizer Chiefs are set to conclude their 2024/25 Betway Premiership campaign with a pivotal clash against Polokwane City at the FNB Stadium on Saturday afternoon. With both sides eyeing a place in the top half of the Betway Premiership table, this showdown promises drama and intensity.
CHIEFS VS POLOKWANE CITY: Kick-Off Details and Where to Watch
Kick-off time: 15h00 (SA time)
Venue: FNB Stadium, Johannesburg
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Must-Win for Amakhosi
The Soweto giants head into this Betway Premiership match knowing that only three points will be enough to secure their spot in the top eight. A disappointing 1-1 draw against Sekhukhune United in their previous outing left Chiefs in a vulnerable position, making this final fixture a do-or-die affair.
Despite a morale-boosting Nedbank Cup win over Orlando Pirates earlier this month, Chiefs have not managed to turn that momentum into consistent league form, having gone winless in their last eight PSL matches. Finishing strong in front of their home crowd could also relieve some pressure on head coach Nasreddine Nabi, whose future at Naturena remains uncertain.
Rise and Shine’s Slipping Form
Polokwane City, who at one stage appeared to be strong contenders for a top-three finish in the Betway Premiership, have seen their form nosedive in recent weeks. They currently sit in seventh position after a 2-0 loss to Cape Town City extended their winless run to five games.
Although a top-eight spot is still within reach, City must avoid defeat and hope that both Marumo Gallants and Richards Bay drop points. Ending their campaign with a strong performance will be crucial for a side that showed promise earlier in the season but has faded as the finish line approached.
Past Meetings and Form Guide
Historically, matches between these two have been tightly contested under the Betway Premiership. Their previous encounter earlier this season saw Polokwane City come out on top with a 2-0 win. Last season’s fixture at FNB Stadium ended goalless, highlighting how closely matched these teams can be.
Polokwane’s last victory over Chiefs was orchestrated by goals from Mokibelo Ramabu and Oswin Appollis. This time around, Chiefs will be eager to respond, especially with their fans expecting a strong finish at home.
Recent Head-to-Head
- Dec 2024: Polokwane City 2-0 Kaizer Chiefs
- May 2024: Kaizer Chiefs 0-0 Polokwane City
- Dec 2023: Polokwane City 0-1 Kaizer Chiefs
Team News and Line-ups
Kaizer Chiefs will be without suspended attacker Pule Mmodi following a red card in their draw with Sekhukhune United. Injuries continue to plague their defence, with Given Msimango, Rushwin Dortley, and Reeve Frosler all unavailable.
Chiefs Confirmed XI:
Petersen, Cross, Dove, Miguel, Solomons, Mthethwa, Maart, Lilepo, Duba, Shabalala, Morris
Subs: Ntwari, McCarthy, Zwane, Castillo, Ngcobo, Sirino, Vilakazi, Du Preez, Chivaviro
Polokwane Confirmed XI:
Okoth, Manthosi, Ndlovu, Nikani, Nkaki, Kambala, Maphangule, Dlamini, Raphadu, Letshedi, Ramabu
Subs: Mathebula, Motsa, Gwanqa, Ngwenya, Batlhabane, Ramushu, Goovadia, Makhubela, Ntamane
Polokwane City are without Tlou Nkwe and Thabang Matuludi, both sidelined after knee surgeries. Raymond Daniels also remains a doubt due to an ankle injury.
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This final-day Betway Premiership clash is about more than just bragging rights. For Kaizer Chiefs, it’s a chance to salvage their league campaign with a top-eight finish and send their fans into the off-season on a high note. For Polokwane City, it’s a shot at redemption after a disappointing run of results.
Expect a fiercely contested Betway Premiership battle at FNB Stadium — one that could shape the futures of both clubs heading into the next season.
