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Cedric Kaze provides the latest injury list for Kaizer Chiefs!

Kaizer Chiefs' preparations for their decisive CAF Confederation Cup clash are shrouded in a cloud of uncertainty, as a bittersweet injury update from co-coach Cedric Kaze has set the stage for a high-stakes showdown. With a spot in the group stages on the line, the Amakhosi face AS Simba at the Dobsonville Stadium this Saturday, but they may have to secure their passage without several key figures.

The tension stems from a pair of midweek injuries that have disrupted the squad's momentum. The most definitive blow is the absence of attacker Ashley du Preez. "The thing that we are sure of until now is that Mayo is out for this game after suffering a hamstring injury in our last game," Kaze confirmed, ruling one of their primary threats out of the crucial fixture.

The situation surrounding midfielder Edson Castillo is more precarious, presenting the coaching staff with a tense race against the clock. "We still need to manage and make some additional tests for Miguel, who’s injured at halftime against Siwelele," Kaze explained, holding onto a sliver of hope. "We will assess him today and tomorrow to see if he can feature. As coaches, we are optimistic about him."

Yet, amidst the anxiety, a beacon of hope has emerged on the training ground. Central defender Given Msimango, a vital component of the backline, has finally returned to full training after a grueling six-month layoff. While his match fitness for Saturday's encounter remains in question, his presence is a significant psychological and tactical boost for a team navigating a defensive crisis.

The overall picture remains a patchwork of recovery and concern. Alongside Msimango, the squad is also cautiously reintegrating Ethan Chislett, who is training but "without contact." As the 3:00 PM kickoff approaches, the Amakhosi's fate will hinge not only on their performance on the pitch but on the fitness of their walking wounded.