Big boost for Kaizer Chiefs: Congolese Glody Lilepo is ready for the next game! | OneFootball

Amakhosi are getting their star striker back once again.

Big boost for Kaizer Chiefs: Congolese Glody Lilepo is ready for the next game!

As Kaizer Chiefs prepare for a crucial Friday night encounter against Durban City FC, a wave of relief has washed over their camp. The sight of DR Congo international Glody Lilepo boarding the team flight to eThekwini has provided a much-needed lift for a squad desperate to reverse its fortunes.

Just days ago, the atmosphere was one of apprehension. During a hard-fought CAF Confederation Cup battle against AS Simba, Lilepo was forced off at halftime, his ankle strapped and his movement reduced to a concerning limp. The image immediately sparked fears of a prolonged absence, a devastating blow for a team already grappling with a four-match winless streak in the Premiership.

Those fears were compounded by the existing absence of another forward, Khanyisa Mayo, leaving Amakhosi's attacking line looking dangerously thin. The concern was palpable, but co-coach Cedric Kaze offered a glimmer of hope amidst the worry. He quickly moved to reassure everyone, distinguishing the injury from a more serious muscular problem. "It was a knock which I think shouldn't be very bad," Kaze stated, attempting to calm the storm.

Thankfully, his assessment proved accurate. Lilepo's presence in the traveling squad is more than just a minor update; it's a strategic triumph. His availability offers a vital offensive weapon as Chiefs look to close the five-point gap to league leaders Mamelodi Sundowns, a deficit they aim to cut with their game in hand.

The team arrives in Durban carrying a renewed sense of belief, freshly ignited by their 3-1 victory over AS Simba. That performance successfully broke an agonizing three-match scoring drought across all competitions. For dynamic midfielder Mduduzi Shabalala and his teammates, that goal burst serves as a critical confidence booster as they face a Durban City side nestled just a point below them on the table. The stage at the Moses Mabhida Stadium is set not just for a match, but for a potential turning point in Kaizer Chiefs' season.