Orlando Pirates XI to play against Richards Bay in PSL - Erasmus out, Lepasa starts

18:00 WAT 08/10/2022

Kermit Erasmus, Orlando Pirates, October 2022

The Buccaneers are seeking redemption after falling 2-0 in the midweek assignment that dented their hopes of reducing the gap with the leaders

Orlando Pirates are hosting Richards Bay at Orlando Stadium in the Premier Soccer League assignment hoping to collect maximum points after suffering defeat in their latest assignment.

Coach Jose Riveiro has been blowing hot and cold in the ongoing campaign and Tuesday's shocking loss at Peter Mokaba Stadium left Bucs fourth on the table with 14 points, five behind leaders and defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns.

The game against Sekhukhune saw Thabiso Monyane and Richard Ofori pick up yellow cards and they will miss this weekend's match due to suspension.

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Goalkeeper: Siyabonga Mpontshane

The veteran shot-stopper remains Pirates' second-choice keeper following Sipho Chaine's recent arrival at the club and he starts against Richards Bay.
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Right Wing-Back: Bandile Shandu

The hard-working full-back has made a return to the team with Monyane suspended and he will be eager to impress in order to cement his place in the team.
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Left Wing-Back: Deon Hotto

Pirates played much better following the former Lamontville Golden Arrows star's introduction and he has been recalled to the starting line-up, replacing Paseka Mako.
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Centre-Back: Olisa Ndah

The Nigerian centre back, who is available for selection after missing the game against Sekhukhune, replaces Tapelo Xoki.
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Centre-Back: Nkosinathi Sibisi

The no-nonsense defender will be bracing himself for a battle with Richards Bay's lanky centre forward Somila Ntsundawana.
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Centre-Back: Innocent Maela

The Pirates captain is determined to lead the Soweto giants to their fifth league victory of the season.
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Central-Midfielder: Miguel Timm

The 31-year-old couldn't stamp his authority in midfield against Sekhukhune, but Riveiro has kept faith in him.
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Central-Midfielder: Goodman Mosele

The 22-year-old was one of Pirates' better performers in midweek and he will be looking to dominate the midfield battle against the Natal Rich Boys.
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Right Attacker: Ndabayithethwa Ndlondo

The diminutive attacker, who was neutralized by Sekhukhune, will be hoping to produce an improved performance in his first home league game for the Buccaneers.
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Left Attacker: Monnapule Saleng

Saleng will be plying his trade on the left side of Lepasa who will be leading the attacking department.
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Forward: Zakhele Lepasa

Lepasa hopes to get his second goal in the PSL this season.