After claiming the scalp of Orlando Pirates in the Carling Knockout with a convincing victory, Magesi FC could earn themselves a reputation as giantkillers in the PSL when they play Kaizer Chiefs tonight.
The highly anticipated match will take place at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, and kick-off is at 7.30pm
The Betway Premiership newbies led Pirates 3-0 for most of the match in the shock cup win but they let go a little of the grip of the whip and allowed the Buccaneers back into the game towards the end.
They eventually survived a late scare and held on to win 3-2, sending the Buccaneers to an early exit out of the competition.
Newbies’ secret to success
Magesi coach, the wily Clint Larsen, has been around the block long enough to understand what it takes to play against a huge and intimidating crowd.
Larsen told Sunday World ahead of tonight’s match: “Our plan is simple; it is our home game, and we must try and get a positive result.
“We know we are facing a very strong team that was able to score four goals against SuperSport United, even though they lost the second match.
“We will fight, just like in other games we have played. You know me by now; I don’t talk big, and I don’t overpromise because I know we do not have the quality that the other teams have.
“But what I know is that we fight and perform better than other teams.”
Castillo out for five months
Meanwhile, Chiefs go into the match with news that their midfielder Edson Castillo will be out injured for about five months.
Castillo crashed into a 50-50 situation with a SuperSport United defender on Saturday night and was stretchered out immediately.
“Castillo will be sidelined for a period of four to five months due to a fractured fibula injury sustained during the match against SuperSport,” Amakhosi wrote on their website.
“The club stands firmly behind Edson during this challenging time. We are committed to providing him with the necessary support and resources as he undergoes surgery and embarks on his rehabilitation journey.
“Our thoughts are with Edson as he focuses on his recovery, and we look forward to seeing him back on the field stronger than ever.
“Further updates will be provided as they become available. We appreciate the continued support from our supporters and the football community.”
