Orlando Pirates have given a positive injury update on their two players who could return for the Betway Premiership tie against SuperSport United on Tuesday night.
Both sides come into this encounter having suffered defeats over the weekend in the Carling Knockout Cup Round of 16.
Pirates suffered their major upset of the season with a 3-2 loss to Magesi FC at Orlando Stadium, while SuperSport were crushed by Kaizer Chiefs at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium.
This is the second of three matches in a span of seven days for the Soweto Giants, as they look to get back to winning ways against Matsatsantsa.
Pirates will attempt to figure out how to manage their busy schedule, leading to a high-pressure showdown for three important points.
ORLANDO PIRATES’ INJURY UPDATE ON THE CLUB’S DUO
Currently, there are nine players for the Pirates who are sidelined due to the injuries.
The injured players are Olisa Ndah, Thalente Mbatha, Bandile Shandu, Tapelo Xoki, Goodman Mosele, Zakhele Lepasa, Thabiso Lebitso, Sandile Mthethwa, and Ethan Visagie.
Nevertheless, the Buccaneers announced that Makhehlene Makhaula and Miguel Timm are likely to play in the upcoming match against Gavin Hunt’s team after missing the Magesi FC outing this past Saturday.
“A return to the match day squad could also be on the cards for the likes of Makhehlene Makhaula and Miguel Timm, who both sat out the game against Magesi,” read the club’s statement.
As things stand, Pirates are in second place in the league standings with nine points from three matches, boasting a perfect winning record of 100%. Meanwhile, SuperSport is in 13th place with four points from four matches.
The Betway Premiership showdown between Pirates and Matsatsantsa will take place at Orlando Stadium. The game will start at 19:30.
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