Kaizer Chiefs Coach Nasreddine Nabi Faces Tough Decisions Ahead of Polokwane City Clash

Kaizer Chiefs coach Nasreddine Nabi will have some critical decisions to make as his side prepares to face Polokwane City in the upcoming Betway Premiership match. Following a frustrating 2-2 draw at home against Royal AM, where the Soweto giants squandered a two-goal lead, Nabi will be looking to solidify his defensive setup. Chiefs have yet to keep a clean sheet this season in the league, a stat that will be a cause for concern heading into the game.

One of the key changes expected in the defensive line-up is the return of Angolan defender Inacio Miguel, who has served a suspension after picking up a red card in a previous match. Miguel is expected to start ahead of Given Msimango, who had a tough outing against Royal AM and struggled to maintain defensive stability. His inclusion will be seen as a positive step in bolstering the Chiefs’ back four.

Another significant change that could impact the defense is at right back. Reeve Frosler will be unavailable due to suspension for one last time, and there is uncertainty surrounding Dillan Solomons’ fitness. Solomons picked up what appeared to be a hamstring injury during the Royal AM game, leaving his availability for the Polokwane City clash in doubt. If Solomons is unable to feature, Njabulo Blom, who replaced Solomons in the first half last weekend, looks set to take up the right-back position. Blom, who is versatile and can also operate in midfield, provides Nabi with valuable options during this challenging period.

Alongside Blom, Rushwin Dortley and Bradley Cross are expected to complete the back four, and the Chiefs will be hoping they can finally keep a clean sheet, having failed to do so in all their league matches this season. With Nabi under pressure to get his defense in order, the team will need to be at their best to avoid dropping more points, especially after failing to hold onto their advantage against Royal AM.

Kaizer Chiefs will go into the game against Polokwane City determined to secure a much-needed victory, and Nabi will be counting on his defense to deliver a strong performance. The outcome of this match could be crucial for the team’s morale and their ambitions for the rest of the season.