Mamelodi Sundowns' starting XI to face Al Merrikh in a Group A Caf Champions League match on Saturday at the FNB Stadium has been revealed.
With Denis Onyango injured, Pieterse starts again for the PSL champions.
The 26-year-old has been drafted in at left-back as Lyle Lakay drops to the bench.
The South African star is a beneficiary of the changes made to the starting XI for the game.
Another star who will be involved against the Sudanese giants despite his recent outing with the national side during the international break.
With Brian Mandela unavailable due to suspension, Kekana partners De Reuck in Sundowns’ central defense.
The 31-year-old will operate in deep midfield as the Tshwane giants look to conclude the group stage assignment with a positive result at home.
Domingo will play just in front of Jali as both Mothobi Mvala and Teboho Mokoena appear on the bench.
The midfielder earns a rare start for Masandawana and will partner Domingo and Jali in midfield.
With Erwin Saavedra unavailable due to injury, Maema will form the attacking setup of Group A’s leaders with Gaston Sirino starting from the bench.
During their match against Al Hilal, the 26-year-old was involved as he provided one assist.
The start is a chance for him to impress even more.
With Peter Shalulile missing from the matchday squad, Ralani is expected to lead Sundowns' goal-scoring expedition against their continental rivals.
