By Sibusiso Masilela
Mbabane Swallows are racing against the clock to have their talisman Bonginkhosi ‘Karas’ Magagula fit for their crunch clash against Green Mamba on Saturday at Mhlume Stadium.
Magagula is currently nursing a knee injury sustained while on national duty with Sihlangu during the recent 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Cameroon and Mauritius at Mbombela Stadium.
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He is not training with the Sindiso Gama-led side ahead of the crunch clash against the Correctional Service side.
The ex-Black Swallows striker helped the MTN Premier League defending champions beat ‘Inyoka Eluhlazana 1-0 during the First-round encounter played at Mavuso Sports Centre.
Swallows Public Relations Officer (PRO) Knowledge Ngwenya confirmed the latest updates.
“The player is nursing an injury, and we are still waiting for the medical reports from the Sihlangu medics,” he said.
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Meanwhile, Green Mamba could be without the services of two experienced players Njabulo Thwala and Khethokuhle Mkhontfo.
The two players are part of the casualty ward for the Ernest Mavuso-led side.
