Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Reneilwe “Yeye” Letsholonyane was red carded on Saturday in the team’s goalless draw against Golden Arrows at the Moses Mabhida Stadium, and as a result, will miss the team’s Nedbank Cup quarter-final encounter against Bloemfontein Celtic on the weekend. 

The last time Yeye missed a Chiefs game in the current campaign was against Platinum Stars, on November 24, where the log leaders lost 2-0 at the the Royal Bafokeng Sports Palace.

Coach Stuart Baxter admits that losing Yeye for the Nedbank tie is a big blow to the team. He said that the South African international’s experience is vital, although they do have the depth in the squad to cover for Yeye.

“Yes, it is a big blow. It is a fact, we need him at this point in time in the team. His experience is vital and we need all the players at this stage of the season. With the injuries and suspensions, we just have to put our minds firmly on the ground and make sure we don’t lose focus. 

“We have players who will step up into the team, but as I have said losing Yeye is a blow,” Baxter explained.

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