Kaizer Chiefs vs Sekhukhune United Predictions - Amakhosi to squeeze past Sekhukhune in PSL

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Chiefs favored to win 1-0 at home vs Sekhukhune United.
Chiefs have won 8 of last 12 PSL matches; Sekhukhune improving under new coach.
Head-to-head: Chiefs ahead with a 5-3 record from 10 meetings.

Chiefs tipped to eke out a narrow win on home turf (Getty Images).

Kaizer Chiefs vs Sekhukhune United Predictions

Chiefs are backed to show a strong response to their cup exit. A win is predicted at home with Sekhukhune failing to score on the night.

Key Stats – Amakhosi Tipped to Win

Kaizer Chiefs have won 8 of their last 12 PSL matches.
Kaizer Chiefs have seen BTTS No in 5 of their last 7 matches.
Sekhukhune United have lost 4 of their last 8 away PSL matches.

Head to Head – Kaizer Chiefs Hold Big Lead

Kaizer Chiefs hold a 5-3 advantage over Sekhukhune across 10 previous clashes with two draws.

Chiefs won 2-0 when the clubs last met in May 2026.

Two losses in 13 – Chiefs Crash out of MTN8 Cup

Chiefs have won eight of their last 12 PSL matches. However, they exited the MTN8 Cup on Sunday at the first hurdle as another shot at silverware disappeared.

After a 2-0 loss at Siwelele, Amakhosi drew 1-1 at Mamelodi Sundowns and won 2-0 at Sekhukhune United. They ended last term with a 1-0 win at AmaZulu and a 1-0 home defeat to Chippa United as they ended third in the PSL.

Amakhosi began this season with a steady 3-1 win at Kruger United in the league. Their last match brought a 1-0 loss to Golden Arrows in the MTN8 at home, despite outshooting Arrows 21-7.

Two Wins in 13 to End Last Season – Two Wins from Two under New Coach

Sekhukhune’s last 13 fixtures across all competitions last term only saw two victories. This campaign has begun with two wins under new coach Cedric Kaze.

A 2-0 home defeat vs Kaizer Chiefs preceded two draws. A 1-1 draw at Richards Bay was followed by a 2-2 home draw vs Siwelele on the final day.

This season began with a 1-0 home win over Durban City despite having just 38% possession. On Sunday, they won 4-3 at AmaZulu in the MTN8 quarterfinals after extra time.

Predicted Lineups & Team News

Kaizer Chiefs (4-2-3-1): Petersen; Monyane, Kwinika, Miguel, Frosler; Ndlovu, Maboe; Vilakazi, Chislett, Phili; Duba.

Striker Flavio Da Silva is doubtful for this match. Ethan Chislett could return to the XI after shaking off a knock.

Defender Rushwin Dortley is out injured. Langelihle Phili could make his first start on the left wing after joining from Stellenbosch.

Sekhukhune United (4-2-3-1): Buthelezi; Mashiloane, Cardoso, Matsimbi, Kazeem; Mkhize, Khupe; Mokhoane, Rammala, Mojela; Ndlovu.

Bright Ndlovu will return to the XI up front after a partial rest in the MTN8. Keletso Makgalwa has been sold despite topping the 2024-25 PSL assist charts.

Chibuike Ohizu is awaiting his work permit. Daniel Cardoso may return in defence in place of Nyiko Mobbie.

Verdict

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Graduated from the University of Portsmouth in 2008 with a BA in English Literature before completing MA in Journalism. Began his career as a sports journalist in London before moving to the Middle East to work as a sports editor for national media companies in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Favourite Sports: Tennis, Boxing, Golf.