Overview
- Kaizer Chiefs beat Sekhukhune United 2-0 at FNB Stadium on Wednesday, with Luke Baartman and substitute Mduduzi Shabalala scoring in the second half.
- Baartman opened the scoring in the 63rd minute for his first goal in Chiefs colours and Shabalala sealed the win after coming on for Asavela Velebayi late in the match.
- Coach Fernando da Cruz rotated his side after the MTN8 exit, handing Langelihle Phili his first start and giving several fringe players opportunities to stake a claim.
- Sekhukhune suffered a setback when Vuyo Letlapa was stretchered off with a serious-looking injury on the stroke of half time and his fitness is now a developing concern for the club.
- The win moves Chiefs to six points from two league matches and raises selection and confidence questions ahead of Saturday’s showdown with Mamelodi Sundowns at the same venue.