Soweto giants Orlando Pirates have welcomed back two key players while a host of stars near fitness ahead of CAF Champions League match on Saturday, 18 January 2025.
The defenders are expected to play key roles for the side that is pushing for success in the PSL, CAF Champions League and Nedbank Cup this season
Bucs supporters reacted on social media to say they are excited to have the players back from injury, while they feel some players should consider leaving PiratesNigerian international Ndah has played a key role for Pirates in recent seasons and teammate Thabiso Sesane said he has“The club has a busy season and needs a full squad for upcoming matches, so having Olisa and Tapelo back is a massive boost for the team.
Pirates could secure the top spot in their group with a positive result against Egyptian giants and defending Champions League champions Al Ahly on Saturday, 18 January 2025. Bucs fans reacted positively on social media, saying they cannot wait to have Pirates back to full strength.“Competition is going to be very tight once they all recover from their injuries. I’m sure Jose will give them a few minutes until they are 100% fit.”reported, defending Nedbank Cup champions Orlando Pirates have been drawn to face Richards Bay in the last 32 of the
The all-PSL tie is the highlight of the draw, which pits Johannesburg-based amateur side Free Agents FC against Soweto giantsJunior Bester is the current Entertainment Writer at Briefly News. He achieved a ND:Journalism at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology in 2012. He worked for Independent Newspapers from 2011 till 2022 covering news, sport, business and entertainment for titles such as Weekend Argus, Cape Argus, Daily Voice and Northern News.
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