Kaizer Chiefs Coach Confirms Return Dates for Rushwin Dortley and Given Msimango
- Khalil Ben Youssef has shared new updates concerning Rushwin Dortley and Given Msimango as they look set to return to action
- The Kaizer Chiefs co-manager provided the expected dates both players would return to the squad
- The Glamour Boys supporters expressed their opinions concerning the latest reports about the two players on social media
Kaizer Chiefs co-manager Khalil Ben Youssef has given an expected return timeline for Amakhosi stars Rushwin Dortley and Given Msimango, who have both been ruled out of action for months due to injury.
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The North African coach gave the update after Kaizer Chiefs secured all three points by defeating Gavin Hunt's Durban City in the Betway Premiership at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Friday, October 31, 2025.
The Glamour Boys haven't suffered much in terms of defence this season, as they've been solid in that aspect, which has made them not miss the absence of the two defenders in the early stages of this campaign.
Aden McCarthy and Zitha Kwinika have slotted in so well in the absence of Dortley and Msimango in the heart of the defence, with Inacio Miguel also continuing to play an important role.
Ben Youssef gives update on Dortley, Msimango
Speaking to the media after the match against Durban City, Ben Youssef provided updates on injured players Dortley and Msimango.
He confirmed that Dortley is expected to return to team training within the next two weeks after undergoing knee surgery in March.
He also confirmed that Msimango has resumed training and will be reintroduced to the team once his fitness allows him.
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The Kaizer Chiefs squad is getting stronger, and the return of both Dortley and Msimango would add more quality to the defensive set-up, giving the coaches more options to explore and providing an avenue to rotate players.
Here are what fans are saying concerning the update given by Ben Youssef on Dortley and Msimango.
Thabang said:
"MacCarthy, Miguel, Kwinika, Msimango, Dortley, Gross, yhoo, we are sorted in centre-back position. Continental soccer, here we come again ❤️✌🏿 #Amakhosi4Life."
Dj_Create_Dance ✍️ wrote:
"They must loan Msimango to AmaZulu."
KiiNG_18 responded:
"I hope he gets to play ASAP, we need him for AFCON."
Simply_Mthi implied:
"Msimango is a top top defender in the mould of Saliba."
Lunah Tuc reacted:
"Dortley must come back... Msimago is also needed for that squad to be complete."
Khwezi_Lomso1 said:
"Given and Rashwin 🔥🔥🔥. Quality defenders. The squad depth is growing at Kaizer Chiefs."
Hanayi0 shared:
"These are the problems that we need in our FC. Everyone must compete in their position."
MO_kAtz7 commented:
"Dortley seems like he’s going to turn into an injury prone …I don’t even remember when last he played . I’m sure it’s almost a year now."
KamogeloLesetj4 added:
"We Need Dortley To Come Back For That LCB Positon For Bafana Bafana."
Ben Youssef on Chiefs' title discussion
Briefly News also reported that Ben Youssef addressed the discussion on whether Kaizer Chiefs are rated among the teams gunning for the league title this season.
The Tunisian mentor explained what the most important thing for his side is this season in his reply.
Source: Briefly News
