Kaizer Chiefs face tough week as injuries challenge Fernando Da Cruz ahead of Mamelodi Sundowns

Kaizer Chiefs coach Fernando Da Cruz faces a challenging week due to various injuries to key players ahead of their match against Mamelodi Sundowns. The Glamour Boys have three matches scheduled in six days, culminating in the crucial clash against Sundowns. Flavio Da Silva and Ethan Chislett were absent from Sunday's MTN8 quarter-final defeat to Golden Arrows, with Silva also injured in training.

The congested schedule has forced Da Cruz to carefully manage his squad, especially with the incoming French winger Flavio Da Silva still adapting to his new team. New signing Langelihle Phili made his Chiefs debut as a substitute against Arrows, though he is not yet fully fit after his recent arrival. Fellow newcomer Faiz Abrahams was also not included in the matchday squad and will require time to adjust.

Pule Mmodi and Asanele Velebayi were left out as well, with their absences being tactical rather than injury-related. With Sundowns waiting at the weekend, Da Cruz hopes his key attackers can recover quickly enough to provide the necessary depth during this crucial period of the season.