In response to rumors surrounding his recent altercation with teammate Reeve Frosler, Kaizer Chiefs have clarified why goalkeeper Renaldo Leaner did not start in the second leg match against Red Arrows at Moses Mabhida Stadium.Fans were confused as to why Leaner wasn't in the starting lineup for Amakhosi's 1-0 loss in Ndola, Zambia, on matchday, especially after video of his confrontation with Frosler went viral online.

Quickly following the incident, rumors circulated regarding whether the incident had any impact on the goalkeeper's decision to sit out the return match.To set the record straight, Kaizer Chiefs announced that Leaner would not be able to play in Friday's match due to an injury he suffered in Thursday's training session.

The club put an end to rumors linking his absence to the dispute with Frosler by explaining that the injury happened while training for the crucial match.Leaner will not play in the match because he got a knock while training, according to a statement from the Chiefs.The Chiefs are trying to solidify their position in continental competition, so these developments couldn't have come at a better time. The Soweto giants needed a strong showing in front of their home fans for the return leg after their narrow loss in Zambia.

There was a lot of buzz about the Leaner and Frosler viral exchange because it made fans wonder how the team was feeling. Nevertheless, according to the club's account, the goalkeeper was benched due to an injury.So far, there has been no word on whether or not Leaner was disciplined for the incident.Now that the Chiefs have begun their continental campaign, fans will be keeping a careful eye on the team, with many wondering when the goalkeeper will be able to play again.

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