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.
Allende, a player for Mamelodi Sundowns, will miss today’s crucial matchup.
Due to SUSPENSION, the Chilean midfielder will not play Orlando Pirates.
Allende was sent off in his team’s previous match against Sekhukhune United.
Rhulani Mokwena will be without the services of the most expensive player in the league, as his two-match suspension commences today.
Will Bafana Bafana and Orlando Pirates star Thembinkosi Lorch recover in time to face Mamelodi Sundowns? Photo: Gallo Images
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“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.
“Every morning, the players arrive eager to train well, express themselves on the field, and prepare to comprehend the requirements of the upcoming week and match against Sundowns.
“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.”
Mamelodi Sundowns vs Orlando Pirates
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