3 Kaizer Chiefs Stars Who Deserve to Start Against Orlando Pirates in Soweto Derby

• Kaizer Chiefs are preparing for their second Soweto derby of the season against Orlando Pirates after losing the first leg a few months ago
• The Glamour Boys are without a win against the Buccaneers this season and still have two more matches against their archrivals before the campaign ends
• Briefly News has outlined some of the players that deserves to start for Amakhosi when they take on the Sea Robbers next weekend

Kaizer Chiefs will lock horns against their city rivals Orlando Pirates in the Betway Premiership next weekend and will need to get all three points if they want to return to the top eight on the log.

It is going to be a difficult encounter as the Buccaneers also need all three points in order to put more pressure on Mamelodi Sundowns, who are on top of the Premier Soccer League table.

Briefly News lists the three players who must start for Kaizer Chiefs against Orlando Pirates at the FNB Stadium this weekend.

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Top 3 Kaizer Chiefs stars to start against Pirates

1. Pule Mmodi

The South African winger has been one of the most exciting forwards for Kaizer Chiefs this season, especially in the cup games.

The former Lamontville Golden Arrows star was dearly missed in Kaizer Chiefs' loss against Marumo Gallants as he was ruled out of the tie due to suspension but will be back for the Pirates clash.

The 32-year-old was in the starting lineup when Amakhosi faced the Buccaneers in the first leg and missed a glorious chance that could have put his side ahead.

Nasreddine Nabi will need Mmodi's burst on the wings and his dribbling skills when they face Jose Riveiro's side.

2. Glody Lilepo

One of the things Kaizer Chiefs lacked in the first leg was a player who could convert the few chances they were creating in the match.

Lilepo made his official debut for the Glamour Boys against Pirates in the first leg, but he could only offer little with his performance.

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The Congolese forward has shown some glimpses of brilliance since then. He scored a spectacular goal in Chiefs' loss against Marumo Gallants and will be needed against Pirates as he has the pace and tricky feet to trouble the Bucs defenders.

3. Thabo Cele

Cele is another player Kaizer Chiefs made a good investment in during the January transfer window. The South African has been an exciting addition to the Soweto giants' midfield department.

One of the areas the game will be won is in the midfield, and Nabi will need soldiers who can battle Thalente Mbatha and Makhehlene Makhaula.

Cele has put in a good shift every time he's been called upon since joining the club in January. There have been calls for him to return to the South African national team due to his recent performance.

Source: Briefly News