The Kaizer Chiefs team is preparing to resume active play after the international break, but they are facing the issue of key player Luka Bartman's injury before entering Betway Premier League matches.
The promising 20-year-old forward left the field with hip problems during a friendly match of the South Africa U23 national team against Algeria, which ended in a 1-1 draw on Sunday. Chiefs medical staff will assess the severity of the injury to determine the next steps before returning to domestic competitions.
Bartman's potential absence creates a difficult situation for the 'Glamour Boys' coaching staff. He played an important role in the attack, providing the Amakhosi team with necessary dynamism and speed during transitions.
The potential absence of the player forces the coaching staff to consider alternative options up front, casting doubt on the squad depth immediately after the international window.
Despite this injury, the atmosphere around Naturena stadium remains optimistic due to the team's strong start to the season. Chiefs demonstrated an encouraging campaign start without any defeats and currently hold fourth place in the Betway Premiership table, with three wins and four draws.
The team's next match will be against Stellenbosch FC on October 13th at the FNB Stadium, where they aim to continue their unbeaten run at home and remain among the league leaders.