South African defender Olwethu Makhanya has picked up an injury, missing Philadelphia Union's recent match against Inter Miami. The absence has sparked concern ahead of Bafana Bafana's upcoming World Cup training camp.
Makhanya was named in Hugo Broos' provisional squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, making his fitness status a key point of attention for the national team setup. The nature and severity of the injury have not been disclosed, but his availability for the next phase of preparations remains uncertain.