FC Torpedo Kutaisi defender Alec Mudimu has recovered from a knock to be thrust into the starting 11 for this afternoon’s 2022 World Cup football qualifier against South Africa.
The match kicks off at 3 PM at the National Sports Stadium.
The Georgia-based central defender had been a huge doubt for the tie after he picked a minor knock yesterday but has passed a late fitness test to start the crucial encounter.
Mudimu has been paired with Onismor Bhasera at the heart of defence while Takudzwa Chimwemwe and Devine Lunga will occupy the wing-backs in a 4-4-2 structure.
Marshall Munetsi and Thabani Kamusoko will provide a twin defensive shield with captain Knowledge Musona and Kuda Mahachi occupying the flanks.
Kaizer Chiefs talisman Khama Billiat has been deployed as the play-maker behind lone striker Tino Kadewere. Big goalkeeper Talbert Shumba retains his place in goal.
Warriors Starting 11: Talbert Shumba, Takudzwa Chimwemwe, Devine Lunga, Alec Mudimu, Onismor Bhasera, Marshall Munetsi, Thabani Kamusoko, Kuda Mahachi, Knowledge Musona, Khama Billiat, Tino Kadewere.