Casric Stars FC head coach and co-chairman Bucs Mthombeni is expecting a tough game against a wounded Orlando Pirates at the Orlando Amstel Arena on Saturday.
Sekhukhune United coach Eric Tinkler has confirmed his squad is nearing full strength, with injuries and suspensions no longer a concern ahead of their Nedbank Cup round of 16 clash on Sunday.
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has admitted he will be forced into wholesale changes for their Nedbank Cup last 16 clash against TS Galaxy, citing the quick turnaround between fixtures.
Golden Arrows head coach Manqoba Mngqithi says any team with genuine ambitions of lifting silverware must embrace whatever draw comes their way.
Vasco da Gama striker Leandro de Souza says he is determined to help restore the pride of the once-famed Cape Town outfit by leading them back to SA’s elite ranks.
AmaZulu midfielder Pule Ekstein says he is relishing the responsibility of being one of the senior figures in a squad that is increasingly being built around youth.