Orlando Pirates squad update: Bucs go into next game a man short

Orlando Pirates will be looking to bounce back following their 0-0 draw with Richards Bay at the King Goodwill Zwelithini Stadium on last weekend.

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The Bucs’ next match will see them take on Swallows at home in a Premiership league encounter later today. Pirates will however go into the league fixture without the services of Thabang Monare, who is suspended after picking up a red card against the Natal Rich Boys last time out.

“Coach Jose Riveiro will not be able to call upon the services of midfielder Thabang Monare, who is suspended for the clash after picking up a red card over the weekend,” Pirates confirmed in an official statement.

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On a more positive note, the Sea Robbers have been boosted by the return of Makhehlene Makhaula while Innocent Maela and Sipho Chaine are nearing a full recovery.

“There have however been some positive developments on the injury front, with the likes of Makhehlene Makhaula who recently resumed training after a brief spell in the sidelines while Innocent Maela and Sipho Chaine are among those nearly full recovery.

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“For Swallows, an opportunity could present itself for experienced players such as Tlakusani Mthethwa and Junaid Sait, who have both been absent from the starting XI over the past few weeks.”

The match kicks off at 7:30pm and you can catch it live on SuperSport.

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