Orlando Pirates fans are expectant on Soweto Derby Day. Image: BackpagePix
Orlando Pirates star suspended for Cape Town Spurs clash
The latest Buccaneers team news.
Orlando Pirates fans are expectant on Soweto Derby Day. Image: BackpagePix
Orlando Pirates defender Olisa Ndah will serve a one-match suspension. We’ve also got the latest Kaizer Chiefs team news.
NDAH IS ABSENT FOR SPURS CLASH
Nigerian central defender Olisa Ndah picked up his fourth booking of the campaign last time out against Polokwane City, so he’ll be suspended for the Buccaneers’ clash with Cape Town Spurs on Wednesday 6 March. Kickoff from Orlando Stadium is scheduled for 19:30.
KAIZER CHIEFS STAR MISSES ARROWS AND ORLANDO PIRATES TESTS
Mozambican defender Edmilson Dove committed a professional foul against Moroka Swallows. The red card he subsequently received rules him out of Amakhosi’s clashes with Golden Arrows in midweek and Orlando Pirates at the weekend. The Glamour Boys host Arrows at FNB Stadium on Tuesday at 19:30 and then travel to Orlando Stadium for the Soweto Derby on Saturday 9 March. Kickoff in the big one is at 15:30.
Rumour mill
In the latest gossip, Sundowns are reportedly keen on hijacking a deal for rumoured Pirates and Chiefs target Shandre Campbell. The 18-year-old winger, who’s enjoying his breakthrough season, has directly contributed to five goals in 11 DStv Prem appearances this term, the highlight being a brace and match-winning display against Orlando Pirates.
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