Gavin Hunt confirmed every SuperSport United fan's worst nightmare, Bradley Grobler's long-term absence.
Due to a knock he had sustained in the MTN8 quarterfinal against Orlando Pirates in August, Tshwane will begin the Betway Premiership season without their talisman.
Until next year, he will remain on the sidelines for an extended period of time.
On Tuesday 17 September, Hunt's side will face rivals Mamelodi Sundowns in the opening match of the league season. Their lack of experience up front will cause concern for Hunt.
During last week's Betway Premiership launch, Hunt confirmed Hunt had an operation on his groin. It will take time for him to return.
There have been whispers that this will likely be the former Platinum Stars man's last season after a decent career in which he has scored a lot of goals.
Currently, the 36-year-old has scored 112 PSL goals and is chasing Siyabonga Nomvethe's 123 goals.
After scoring 11 goals last season, the veteran centre-forward will aim to get as close as possible, but he must be back sooner rather than later.
