Kaizer Chiefs face a defensive reshuffle as they prepare for the Nedbank Cup final against Orlando Pirates, with Bradley Cross set to miss the match due to suspension. The 24-year-old left-back was handed a red card in last weekend’s league encounter with Pirates, ruling him out of the high-stakes final.
Cross has also been utilized as a centre-back this season due to injury concerns within the squad, leaving coach Nasreddine Nabi with limited options. Edmilson Dove is expected to fill in for him at left-back, while further up the pitch, Nabi must decide between Thabo Cele and Nkosingiphile Ngcobo to partner with Yusuf Maart in the midfield.
Predicted Kaizer Chiefs Lineup for the Final
The much-awaited Nedbank Cup final between Chiefs and their Soweto rivals, Orlando Pirates, will take place on Saturday, 10 May, at Moses Mabhida Stadium, kicking off at 15:30.
Kaizer Chiefs Have the Historical Edge
History gives Kaizer Chiefs a glimmer of hope heading into the final. Out of their previous eight encounters in the Nedbank Cup final, Chiefs have won six, in 1971, 1976, 1977, 1981, 1984, and 2006. Orlando Pirates have secured just two wins in this competition, in 1975 and 1988. With a 75% win ratio in previous finals, Chiefs fans have reason to feel cautiously optimistic.
