Kaizer Chiefs confirm surgery on star player, let’s find out what this means going forward.
Chiefs have announced that midfielder Edson Castillo will undergo surgery due to a fractured fibula, side lining him for four to five months. The club released a statement detailing the injury, which occurred during a match against SuperSport United on Saturday evening in Polokwane. “It is with great dismay that we announce that Edson Castillo will be side lined for a period of four to five months due to a fractured fibula sustained during the match against SuperSport United,” the statement said.
Injury details and coach’s concern
The serious injury happened in the first half as a result of a vicious tackle inside the opponent’s 18-yard box. Following the incident, head coach Nasreddine Nabi expressed his concern for player safety and received a yellow card for passionately urging officials to prioritise protection for the players. “In the aftermath of the tackle, our head coach, Nasreddine Nabi expressed his concern for player safety,” the club noted.
Kaizer Chiefs reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Castillo during this challenging time. “The Club stands firmly behind Edson during this challenging time. We are committed to providing him with the necessary support and resources as he undergoes surgery and embarks on his rehabilitation journey,” the statement added. The team’s thoughts are with Castillo as he focuses on recovery, and they look forward to his return stronger than ever.
“Further updates will be provided as they become available. We appreciate the continued support from our supporters and the football community,” the club concluded.
Upcoming match: Chiefs vs. Magesi
Despite Castillo’s injury, Kaizer Chiefs will return to action on Wednesday evening against newly-promoted Magesi FC in the Betway Premiership. Magesi, guided by the experienced coach Clinton Larsen, are riding high after a stunning victory against Orlando Pirates in the Carling Knockout competition just over a week ago. They followed that triumph with a scoreless draw against Cape Town City on Sunday, showcasing their resilience as they navigate their debut season in the top flight.
Before the season began, Dikwena Tša Meetse (Magesi) fortified their squad with seasoned players, adding depth and experience that has already started to pay off, as they have collected five league points after five matches.
Looking to bounce back
On the other hand, the Glamour Boys have collected six points from four outings. And aim to bounce back after a disappointing loss to SuperSport United in their recent league match. Coach Nasreddine Nabi faces a selection dilemma as he considers potential changes to the squad. Especially after several players were injured during the match. Additionally, defender Inacio Miguel will miss the upcoming game due to suspension. After receiving his fourth yellow card of the season.
Stay tuned with The South African as Kaizer Chiefs confirm surgery for Castillo.
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