Kaizer Chiefs winger Pule Mmodi has backed his team to perform well against Mamelodi Sundowns at a sold-out Loftus Versfeld on Wednesday evening. During a break in training, Mmodi expressed confidence in the squad's readiness for the encounter, stating that the players are all prepared and looking forward to taking the field. The Glamour Boys are eager to bounce back from their disappointing 2-0 defeat to Siwelele FC last week, though Mmodi attributed some of that poor showing to fatigue following a hard match against Orlando Pirates days earlier. He explained that Siwelele's strategy to come out fast against a tired side proved effective, though he insists the team has learned from the setback.
Despite Kaizer Chiefs' poor record at Loftus Versfeld against Sundowns in recent seasons, Mmodi dismissed historical statistics as irrelevant to the upcoming fixture. He stressed that the match presents a fresh opportunity and that his side intends to give their best effort to secure a positive result against league leaders bidding for the championship. The winger also rejected the notion that having an extra week to prepare gives Chiefs a tangible advantage, noting that Sundowns possess considerable squad depth and will field a strong team regardless.
Mmodi, who recently scored in the Soweto derby and frequently performs in high-pressure matches, expressed eagerness to make an impact should the opportunity arise. With Sundowns leading the Betway Premiership on 64 points and Chiefs sitting third with 47 points after 26 matches, both teams have significant motivation for the encounter. Kick-off is scheduled for 19:30 on Wednesday evening.