Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena says his side have to be ready to face an unpredictable Kaizer Chiefs side when they meet at the Lucas Moripe Stadium on Saturday.

The Brazilians will go into this encounter with an away goal advantage after playing out to a 1-1 draw at the FNB Stadium on Saturday, September 2.

Sundowns will come into this fixture after claiming a 1-0 win over Orlando Pirates in their previous game, while Amakhosi will look to bounce back after suffering a 1-0 defeat to SuperSport United in their last match.

Mokwena will be hoping his side can maintain their current form and remain unbeaten, having won nine out of 10 matches across all competitions so far this season.

“It’s a small advantage, but it is an advantage that we worked very hard to get,” Mokwena told his club’s official website.

“However, it means nothing if we don’t perform in the second half, which consists of the next 90 minutes of the tie.

“We were pleased with the equaliser we achieved in the first leg. At Sundowns, our goal is always to try to win every game, regardless of the advantage or disadvantage we may have had.

“The attitude at this great club is always focused on winning and that is our mentality. We will strive to win the game on Saturday, even though it may be very challenging.”

Mokwena admits that despite Amakhosi coming into this fixture on a three-game winless run they cannot underestimate Molefi Ntseki’s side.

“To be honest, they are a very good side with some excellent players who create lots of chances,” he added.

“They do very well with the ball from the wings and they are a threat any day, any time. Their midfield options are always strong as well, which gives them some form of dynamism, so we have to be well-prepared.

“I am sure they say the same about us and they should also be well-prepared to face us.”.

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