The 2023/24 DStv Premiership season kicked off on Friday, 4 August with defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns quickly finding form. Photo: Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix
Orlando Pirates stick with tried and tested for MTN8 clash
Jose Riveiro has opted to field the exact same Orlando Pirates XI he used on Tuesday night against Royal AM, in tonight’s MTN8 match!
The 2023/24 DStv Premiership season kicked off on Friday, 4 August with defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns quickly finding form. Photo: Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix
Orlando Pirates begin their MTN8 title defence this evening when they host Sekhukhune United at the Orlando Stadium.
The Buccaneers will undoubtedly be looking to make it two MTN8 titles in as many years, and it all begins tonight for them!
Last season, Jose Riveiro’s side overcame Royal AM, Mamelodi Sundowns and AmaZulu before lifting the title!
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Sekhukhune United on the other hand are making history of their own when they face Orlando Pirates this evening.
Brandon Truter’s side are making their debut in the top eight competition!
Jose Riveiro has opted to field the same starting lineup that powered past Royal AM during their midweek clash!
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Orlando Pirates stick with winning formula
Orlando Pirates XI: Chaine, Xoki, Sibisi, Monyane, Mako, Monare, Ndlondlo, Saleng, Mofokeng, Maswanganyi, Lepasa.
Subs: Ofori, Mthethwa, Eva Nga, Shandu, Maela, Makhaula, Otladisa, Makaringe, Hotto.
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We are the Champions – Jose
“Pressure, pressure, pressure… everywhere. No… Responsibility, opportunity and excitement, maybe those are the words to define our mindset now.” Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro told reporters.
“We are thinking about the responsibility and privilege to defend the title. I would really like to have this pressure and privilege that every time we start the tournament. We are the champions.”
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Orlando Pirates are a dangerous team
“Irrespective of what happened in the first game, they showed what they can do against Royal AM at home. So it is a very dangerous and good team we are facing.” Brandon Truter said as quoted by SowetanLive.
“We are very flexible when it comes to challenges, we’ve analysed them and hopefully, we will get it right, but as good as they are they have conceded three goals in three games, so hopefully, it is something we can capitalise on.”
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