This afternoon, Orlando Pirates host Mamelodi Sundowns for a crucial DStv Premiership match at the Orlando Stadium.
The Brazilians are in command of their league title defense and are well ahead in the standings.
The team led by Rhulani Mokwena is 24 points ahead of the team led by Jose Riveiro, which is in fourth place in the standings.
In the last eight previous encounters, the Buccaneers have only triumphed once.
Mamelodi Sundowns have won six of their last eight matches, with only one match ending in a draw.
The Buccaneers have welcomed Olisa Ndah and Thembinkosi Lorch to full training. Jose Riveiro’s willingness to hurl them into the deep end remains to be seen.
In addition, Miguel Timm was observed in full training. Due to injuries, the Orlando Pirates midfielder missed his team’s last two matches.
Richard Ofori is likely to miss another game due to injury, but Sipho Chaine appears to be gaining confidence as Jose’s starting goalkeeper.
New contracts This afternoon, Makhehleni Makhaula and Souaibou Marou could possibly make their debuts for the club.
In advance of today’s DStv Premiership match against Mamelodi Sundowns, there are no suspensions in the Bucs camp.
Will Bafana Bafana and Orlando Pirates star Thembinkosi Lorch recover in time to face Mamelodi Sundowns? Photo: Gallo Images
Additionally, the head coach of Kaizer Chiefs provides a transfer update
The Sundowns are planning a move for an Orlando Pirates star!
“We live in a competitive environment. People must realize this not only when we travel to matches, as the Orlando Pirates head coach stated, as quoted by IOL.
“The players arrive each morning eager to practice properly, express themselves on the field, and prepare to comprehend the week’s and game’s requirements.
“Becoming a coach is not as simple as choosing the top players. To win a game, you must choose the cards that you deem superior.”
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