Phiva Young Stars will take on Chippa United in the Nedbank Cup Last 32 match at the Kabokweni Stadium on Saturday.
Kick-off is at 3:30 pm.
Stars booked their place in the Last 32 after defeating Gert Sibande TVET College Skills Academy in the qualifiaction game last month.
The ABC Motsepe (Mpumalanga) side is back in the Nedbank Cup having lost to Jomo Cosmos in the Last 32 during the 2014/15 season.
Meanwhile, Chippa are heading into the Cup game having extended their unbeaten run to five games in the Absa Premiership after drawing 3-3 with Platinum Stars last weekend.
Last season, Dikwena had a good run in the Nedbank Cup and they managed to reach the semifinals where they were knocked out by eventual winners SuperSport United.
What are the teams saying:
Phiva Young Stars defender Abram Nkadimeng
"Well, our preparations are on track. We have been watching Chippa United's games since the draw was conducted," he said.
"We won't change the way we have been playing just because we are facing an Absa Premiership club. We are very confident in our abilities.
"We have identified their weaknesses and we know how to beat them."
Chippa United head coach Teboho Moloi
"It’s my wish to win this tournament because I want my boys to get the experience of playing on the continent," he said.
"The continent really teaches players a lot of things, so it’s an important trophy. The players should relax and enjoy the moment.
“I think it’s possible for us to win it because the team got to the semi. This time they have to try go all the way and reach the final.”
Phiva Young Stars key players
Abram Nkadimeng: The defender is a key player in the Young Stars defence and he will be looking to play an important role in helping his side cause an upset.
Isaac Nana: The forward is a dangerous attacker, who has the ability to inspire Young Stars to victory against Chippa.
Chippa United key players
Mark Mayambela:
supersportsAndile Mbenyane: The forward, who remains a reliable player for Chippa having scored against Platinum Stars, will be hoping to score again and help his side overcome Young Stars.
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