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Predicting Orlando Pirates starting XI against Chippa United – Is Relebohile Mofokeng back to bench Patrick Maswanganyi?

Orlando Pirates are set for another tough outing on Sunday against Chippa United at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, Gqeberha.

Despite managing to collect a point so far, the Chilli Boys have players who can cause trouble, as seen in the 1-1 draw with Mamelodi Sundowns.

Here, GOAL takes a look at how coach Abdeslam Ouaddou is likely to structure his starting XI, hoping to get his third PSL win on the bounce.

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    GOALKEEPER: Sipho Chaine

    He has made top saves so far this season in the MTN8 and the Premier Soccer League to silence his critics.

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  • Bandile Shandu, Orlando PiratesBackpage

    RIGHT-BACK: Bandile Shandu

    He was solid against Orbit College, and is expected to keep his place.

  • Deon Hotto, Orlando PiratesBackpage

    LEFT-BACK: Deon Hotto

    The Namibia international has been one of the most consistent players for the club despite his advancing age. 

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  • Lebone Seema, Orlando PiratesBackpage

    CENTRE-BACK: Lebone Seema

    He is growing in confidence; he scored the winner against Orbit in the midweek outing.

  • Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Orlando PiratesBackpage

    CENTRE-BACK: Mbekezeli Mbokazi

    Mbokazi is doing the job efficiently despite being 19. He is set to test his first FIFA World Cup qualifiers after this weekend.

  • Sipho Mbule, Orlando PiratesBackpage

    CENTRAL MIDFIELDER: Sipho Mbule

    Sihle Nduli struggled to deliver in the last assignment, with Mbule steadying the ship. The former might be rested.

  • Thalente Mbatha, Orlando Pirates, August 2025Backpagepix

    CENTRAL MIDFIELDER: Thalente Mbatha

    Initially, Mbatha was overlooked by coach Ouaddou, but he kept on delivering when given a chance.

  • Patrick Maswanganyi of Orlando PiratesBackpagepix

    ATTACKING ATTACKER: Patrick Maswanganyi

    Relebohile Mofokeng suffered an injury last weekend and missed the win over Orbit. He might make the matchday squad, but he is unlikely to start. 

  • Kamogelo Sebelebele of Orlando PiratesBackpagepix

    RIGHT ATTACKER: Kamogelo Sebelebele

    Three goals in four matches for Bucs across all competitions! Another chance to make it four on Sunday. 

  • Oswin Appollis, Orlando Pirates, August 2025Backpage

    LEFT ATTACKER: Oswin Appollis

    After a blistering start, Appollis has been quiet in front of the goal; he has to unleash his inner beast once again.

  • Evidence Makgopa, Orlando PiratesBackpage

    CENTRE-FORWARD - Evidence Makgopa

    Tshegofatso Mabasa replaced Makgopa in the midweek assignment, but with his competitor struggling, coach Oudaou might start him.

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