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MC Alger vs Orlando Pirates Caf Champions League quarter-final: Preview, Kick-off time & Squad news

GOAL brings you all the key details of the Caf Champions League quarter-final showdown between the Buccuneers and MC Alger.

Orlando Pirates travel to Algeria for a crucial Caf Champions League quarter-final clash against MC Alger, aiming to continue their strong continental campaign.

The Buccaneers topped their group and have been in excellent form domestically, keeping their hopes alive for an unprecedented quadruple.

Jose Riveiro’s side has shown resilience and quality this season, but they will need a disciplined performance to handle the North African challenge.

MC Alger will pose a tough test, especially in front of their passionate home crowd, making the first leg a key battle for Pirates.

Riveiro knows the importance of securing a good result away to set up a comfortable return leg in South Africa.

With momentum on their side, Pirates will be eager to make a statement and edge closer to a historic season.

GOAL provides all the information you need to know about Bucs' clash against Alger in the last eight of the Caf Champions League.

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  • Kick-off time

    Game:

    MC Alger vs Orlando Pirates

    Date:

    01 April 2025

    Kick-off:

    21h00

    Venue:5 July 1962 Stadium
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    How to watch Orlando Pirates vs MC Alger online - TV channels & live streams

    Online StreamingTV Channel
    DStv.com/DStv Now AppSuperSport TV's PSL Channel 202

    Or you can follow all the action throughGOAL's Live Text Commentary here

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    Pirates news & squads

    Pirates return to the Caf Champions League knockout stages for the first time since 2023, eager to make a deep run in the competition.

    Jose Riveiro has a full-strength squad at his disposal, though star winger Monnapule Saleng remains unavailable.

    The coach is expected to hand promising youngster Mbekezeli Mbokazi his first start in continental football. This presents a massive opportunity for the talented defender to showcase his skills on the big stage and help Pirates gain an advantage in Algeria.

    Pirates Possible XI: Chaine, Shandu, Sibisi, Mbokazi, Mako, Makhaula, Mbatha, Maswanganyi,Mofokeng, Hotto, Mabasa

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    Alger news & squads

    MC Alger will have to step up their game as they face an in-form Orlando Pirates side that remains unbeaten in the Champions League.

    Head coach Ben Yahia knows the importance of securing a strong first-leg result at home to stand a chance of progressing.

    With their passionate home crowd behind them, MC Alger will look to disrupt Pirates’ rhythm and gain an advantage before the return leg.

    Alger Possible XI: Naidji, Tabti, Ghezala, Halaimia, Ramdane, Bayazid, Menezla, Khelif, Benkhemessa, Tiagori, Bouras

  • Head-to-head and recent form

    Both MC Alger and Pirates come into this clash with similar recent form, each winning three, drawing one, and losing one in their last five matches.

    This evenly matched record sets the stage for a tightly contested quarter-final encounter.

    Adding to the intrigue, these two sides have never met before in an official competition.

    With both teams eyeing a spot in the semi-finals, small margins could decide the outcome of this high-stakes battle.

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