Orlando Pirates and SuperSport United will renew their rivarly in the MTN8. Matsatsantsa have a few ex-Bucs players in their squad.
will kick off the season against rivalsHaving finished second in last season’s DStv Premiership, the Buccaneers play seventh-place Matsatsantsa at the Orlando Stadium.‘s men come into the clash as favourites having won back-to-back titles in 2022 and 2023.
SuperSport United will love the underdog tag against Pirates which will put less pressure on them. The Tshwane giants have recruited a few players ahead of the Betway Premiership, including Pogiso Sanoka, Mobbie and Vincent Pule. SuperSport has three former Pirates players who might be waiting for an opportunity to hurt their former club.The 30-year-old left the Buccaneers last season after winning two domestic trophies with the club. He has struggled for form since joining Matsatsantsa, only netting five times in 25 appearances.The winger recently left the Sea Robbers after six years with the Soweto Giants. Under Riveiro, Pule was hardly utilised and will be out to prove a point this Saturday.
“We know what they are capable of and I’ve won this cup with them before but we also know where we can hurt them . I’m honoured for SuperSport to give me another season. It shows the appreciation for the work that I’ve done not only on the field but off the field,” said Tyson as per
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