Kaizer Chiefs are preparing to move forward without letting emotions get in the way when deciding the futures of some senior squad members.
According to KickOff, Happy Mashiane, Ranga Chivaviro, and Zitha Kwinika face uncertain long-term roles at the club. Kwinika is struggling for game time with the centre-back spots crowded, especially with Rishwin Dortley expected back from a lengthy injury soon. Mashiane hasn’t quite cemented himself as a regular in the full-back positions, while Chivaviro looks likely to be shown the exit as Chiefs ramp up their pursuit of new attacking talent like Fiston Mayele.
Chasing New Talent and Securing Crucial Points
Chiefs earned a vital point in a tough away game at Sekhukhune, rallying from behind to draw 1-1 thanks to Glody Lilepo’s stoppage-time equalizer. This result keeps Chiefs in the hunt to qualify for the MTN8 tournament, with a final home match against Polokwane City standing between them and a guaranteed spot. Polokwane currently sit two points ahead but have already secured their place in the competition.
The Bright Spot: Dortley’s Return Could Be a Game-Changer
After a difficult season start, Rushwin Dortley was a standout performer for Chiefs before a serious injury sidelined him. The 23-year-old central defender quickly became a defensive mainstay, earning 21 appearances before needing surgery in March. His return, expected around the start of the 2025-2026 season, feels like a fresh signing for the club and fans alike. The coaching staff will be careful easing him back in, but having Dortley back will be a major boost to the team’s defensive stability moving forward.
