Confirmed: Orlando Pirates starting 11 vs AmaZulu FC
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Orlando Pirates: 24. Chaine, 36. Sebelebele, 5. Sibisi, 33. Seema, 3. Ndaba, 15. Nemtajela, 8. Makhaula, 11. Moremi, 38, Mofokeng, 12. Appollis, 9. Mbuthuma
Substitutes: 35. Buthelezi, 43. Chabatsane, 28. Maswanganyi, 23. Mbule, 21. Van Rooyen, 7. Hotto, 42. Radiopane, 45. Dansin, 45. Msendami
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AmaZulu: 1. Mzimela, 25. Dube, 4. Hanamub, 42. Mthethwa, 12. Fielies, 5. Allan, 19. Zikhali, 17. Bern, 21. Matlhoko, 2. Maqokolo, 27. Ekstein
Substitutes: Ofori, Ngcobo, Mhlongo, Gustavo, Sithole, Hlangabeza, Mbanjwa, Kutumela, Mashigo.
Orlando Pirates are back in action this Saturday afternoon with a crucial Betway Premiership clash against AmaZulu FC at the Orlando Stadium, with kick-off set for 15:00.
ORLANDO PIRATES FACE TOUGH AMAZULU TEST
The Sea Robbers are set for a demanding encounter against an AmaZulu FC side enjoying a solid campaign. Usuthu currently sit fourth in the Betway Premiership with 39 points from 24 matches, having registered 11 wins, six draws and seven defeats.
Under Arthur Zwane, AmaZulu have shown consistency, with recent results including a 2-0 win over Marumo Gallants and a 1-1 draw against Siwelele FC.
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Those performances underline their ability to compete with the league’s stronger sides, meaning Orlando Pirates will need to be sharp from the first whistle.
The question remains whether Pirates can take this opportunity to return to the summit of the Betway Premiership.