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When is the next Orlando Pirates match?
Orlando Pirates have several off-pitch distractions involving Monnapule Saleng but football’s bread and butter is found on the pitch.
Orlando Pirates must reshuffle their midfield against City
Pirates were due to Golden Arrows on Wednesday but the match was postponed. Influential midfield general Makhehlene Makhaula will miss Pirates’ next clash, against Cape Town City on Saturday 22 Feb, at 15:30 after he picked up a fourth booking of the campaign last time out against Baroka in the Nedbank Cup Round of 16. Kabelo Dlamini started alongside Makhaula against Baroka so he’ll keep his place. Now, head coach Jose Riveiro must decide who will partner with him. The versatile skills of Selaelo Rasebotja could come in handy. Will Mbatha return? He sounds as though he’s fit and ready to go.
Marawa hints at discontent in the Saleng camp
Renowned broadcaster and journalist Robert Marawa is keeping his cards close to his chest regarding the Saleng/Pirates standoff. However, all is not well between the two parties.
“Chap is unhappy with treatment and contractual undertakings that are not met. There’s been a serious push-back and no end in sight. It’s an ongoing story with many levels and very personal issues that need to be addressed.” – Marawa said on X.
Orlando Pirates face competition from Chiefs for Khanyi
25-year-old Muzomuhle Khanyi has been causing a stir in the NFD, scoring goals for fun. He recently bagged a treble to further enhance his reputation as one of the best potential bargain deals available on the market. Although Pirates are stocked in this portion of the pitch with the prolific Tshegofatso Mabasa and relentless running power of Evidence Makgopa, there’s no such thing as too many good strikers.
Will Pirates put these issues to one side and claim three points against the Citizens?
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