Rampla Juniors Overview

The Buccaneers made amends for their early setback as they bounced back in the CAF Champions League preliminary round second leg. After both sides played out a goalless draw in the first meeting, neither team wanted a repeat on Saturday afternoon, with the goals finally flowing as the home side came out on top.

Former Buccaneers midfielder Benedict ‘Tso’ Vilakazi has warned the team’s tactician that a lean squad could derail the club's ambitious pursuit of silverware this season. The Soweto giants are currently juggling commitments across five competitions, leading to concerns over player welfare and performance levels.

GOAL brings you all the available details on the continental qualifying clash between the Buccaneers and the Waves at the Orlando Stadium in Soweto. The Bucs are still firm favourites to beat the Mauritius Super League title holders despite being held to a 0-0 draw in the away leg in Mauritius.

Bucs coach has hailed the unique creative qualities of the talented midfielder, drawing a lofty comparison to Real Madrid legend Zinedine Zidane. As the Buccaneers prepare for their crucial CAF Champions League encounter, the French-Moroccan tactician believes the returning midfielder possesses the rare vision required to unlock the continent's most stubborn defensive lines.