Orlando Pirates coach José Riveiro acknowledges the challenge of facing Stade d'Abidjan in the Caf Champions League - 'An away game is going to be tough, it’s going to be difficult, but I’m optimistic.

Orlando Pirates are set to travel to Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny on Saturday, a venue with significant history for the Buccaneers, as it is where they claimed their only African title.

The team will be hoping that the same success can be replicated as they aim for maximum points.

Jose Riveiro shared his thoughts on the upcoming clash, acknowledging that the task ahead won’t be easy.

Despite the challenges, he believes his side has the ability to come back with a positive result.

The historical significance of the stadium adds extra motivation for the team.

Riveiro is confident that with determination, Pirates can overcome any obstacles.

However, he stressed the need for hard work to secure a positive outcome.

“It’s an away game, they didn’t get a good result in the first game in Cairo, but you can see the type of team they are, we managed to see they have multiple [videos], they are quite rigid, tactically,” he said as reported by iDiski Times.

“And for sure an away game is going to be tough, it’s going to be difficult but I’m optimistic, I’m looking at the future like an opportunity for us to fight for three points and imagine if we do it?

“To find ourselves in the third game of the group stage with those points [seven] it will be nice, but we know we have to work so hard to make it possible like we did in Algeria like we did [against Al Ahly] but still everything to play [for] in this group.”

Pirates remain unbeaten in the Caf Champions League, with a solid record of a win away in Algeria, a draw at home, and another win in Ivory Coast will be very welcomed.

Securing a win against Stade d'Abidjan will push Pirates closer to the knockout stages, offering them a significant advantage in the group.

The team’s strong performances thus far have shown their potential.

Pirates' success is built on resilience and tactical discipline, which will be key in the upcoming fixture.

A victory in Ivory Coast would further bolster their position in the group.

Pirates are heading to Stade d'Abidjan for an away match that promises to be challenging.

However, with the form they've shown this season, the Buccaneers have the tools to overcome their opponents.

Their ability to secure results in tough environments will be put to the test once again.

The team’s focus and determination will be crucial in this high-stakes clash.

A positive result will strengthen their hopes of advancing to the knockout stages.