Stellenbosch have beaten Kaizer Chiefs in the last three meetings between the sides. Now, the Glamour Boys have a new set of issues to worry about.
Baartman is a major injury doubt for Kaizer Chiefs
Kaizer Chiefs are dealing with a lengthy injury list, but several players are on the comeback trail soon. Striker Flavio Silva is back in training alongside Khanyisa Mayo, who has recovered after a hernia operation. 21-year-old winger Langelihle Phili is also nearing a return after a serious ankle injury he sustained in late August during training. Phili could return for the club’s home match against Stellenbosch on Tuesday 13 October, which kicks off at 19:30. Luke Baartman is a major doubt after returning from South Africa U23 duty with a thigh injury. Chiefs have lost their last three meetings with Stellies across all competitions.
Stevie G fast-tracked to the senior side?
18-year-old Steven Mendes won the Golden Boot at the recent COSAFA U20 tournament in Maputo, Mozambique. Mendes, nominally a midfielder, was converted into a striker for the event. He’s nicknamed ‘Stevie G’ by some teammates and could feature for the senior side sooner rather than later. After all, Vela Khumalo knows what he’s talking about when it comes to talented youngsters.
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