Orlando Pirates' CAF Champions League journey starts over the weekend. Here are five interesting factors to look out for. Bucs will be away in Comoros to take on Djabal Club d'Iconi in their first preliminary round first-leg fixture.
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - AUGUST 12: Jose Riveiro of Orlando Pirates during the MTN8 quarter final match between Orlando Pirates and Sekhukhune United at Orlando Stadium on August 12, 2023 in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Bucs will be away in Comoros to take on Djabal Club d'Iconi in their first preliminary round first-leg fixture. Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro does not prefer rotating the squad but confirmed after their draw against Chippa United that this game gives them"an opportunity to refresh the squad". Currently, Richard Ofori is the favourite to be in goal if Sipho Chaine is rested, given that he was the reserve shot-stopper in the Buccaneers' first three matches, including the MTN8 quarter-finals but the former TS Galaxy goalkeeper also has a big chance of featuring.
The Sea Robbers still need depth in attacking options in their game to make them unpredictable and the prospect of having Kapinga and Kimvuidi will raise competition. Pirates confirmed prior to the match against the Chilli Boys that Miguel Timm, Kabelo Dlamini and Vincent Pule are back training and are nearing match fitness.
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