Overview
- Coach Fernando Da Cruz confirmed on Wednesday that winger Langelihle Phili faces about eight weeks out with a serious ankle injury and right-back Thabiso Monyane will miss around four weeks.
- Paseka Mako, Bradley Cross, Kabelo Nkgwesa and Reeve Frosler have returned to training but remain below full match fitness, leaving selection choices cautious for the coming games.
- Striker Flavio Silva is expected to be available within one to two weeks, giving Da Cruz a near-term attacking option as other absences persist.
- Chiefs will play their next home fixture against Siwelele FC at Dobsonville Stadium because FNB Stadium is unavailable, adding a logistical wrinkle to match preparation.
- Despite the injuries, Chiefs sit unbeaten on eight points from four matches, the medical team has been praised for recovery work, and the club must now weigh interim options at right-back and defensive minutes to protect squad form.