Mkhulise wary of Chiefs threat

Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder, Sphelele Mkhulise, has warned his teammates that their Betway Premiership encounter against Kaizer Chiefs will not be an easy outing.

The Brazilians will to head to FNB Stadium for a high-stakes clash against a rejuvenated Amakhosi side, who have made a perfect start to their league campaign and currently sit at the top of standings.

Mkhulise says Sundowns cannot afford to be distracted by Chiefs’ impressive form, while acknowledging the stern test that awaits them.

“Obviously, we are playing a big game, and we are ready as Mamelodi Sundowns to do our best, and our supporters must expect us to give our all on the field of play,” said Mkhulise.

“I promise them that we won’t disappoint them as players. We need them as the 12th man to give us support and to cheer behind us.”

The 30-year-old midfielder acknowledges that the form of their rivals makes this particular trip to FNB Stadium one of the most challenging in recent years.

“It’s going to be a very difficult game because they [Chiefs] are doing well at the moment in the league. They have won their last two games in the league, and they are number one, I think.”

“So, it will be a very difficult game,” he added.

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Written by: Ntsako Mukhari