Predicting Orlando Pirates starting XI against Polokwane City - Abdeslam Ouaddou to drop Yanela Mbuthuma for Evidence Makgopa after helping Bucs sink Kaizer Chiefs?

The Sea Robbers will be back in action on Wednesday after a morale-boosting win over the Glamour Boys in the Soweto derby. Against Rise and Shine, Bucs will need more points in order to keep pace with Mamelodi Sundowns in the tight Premier Soccer League title race.

In pursuit of more points in the Premier Soccer League, Orlando Pirates will face Polokwane City on Wednesday at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium.

Here, GOAL takes a look at how coach Abdeslam Ouaddou is likely to line up his charges to take on Rise and Shine in an away game.

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GOALKEEPER: Sipho Chaine
He registered another clean sheet when Chiefs failed to breach Pirates' defence on Saturday.
Being one of the standout players for the Sea Robbers, the Bafana Bafana goalkeeper is set to keep his place within the goalposts as he chases the Golden Glove award.

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RIGHT-BACK: Deano van Rooyen
Van Rooyen is set to be deployed at right back, with Kamogelo Sebelebele not available due to suspension.
Sebelebele's unavailability is a huge blow for Abdeslam Ouaddou, given that he has been a shining star in the Pirates' team, and this was evident against Amakhosi.
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LEFT-BACK: Deon Hotto
He was among the highest-rated players among the Pirates stars for his performance against their traditional rivals.
His ability to defend and help in attacking has made him quite a vital asset for the title-chasing Bucs.

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CENTRE-BACK: Lebone Seema
It is evident that his partnership with Sibisi is solidifying after each game.
For the Soweto giants to win the league, the defence must be as impervious as possible, and it is upon Sibisi and Seema to make sure that is achievable.
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CENTRE-BACK: Nkosinathi Sibisi
The experienced defender continues to effectively anchor the defence line, especially since the departure of Mbekezeli Mbokazi.
A continued good performance will boost his chances of making it into Bafana Bafana's World Cup squad, something that should be an inspiration for Sibisi as the season progresses.
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CENTRAL MIDFIELDER: Makhehlene Makhaula
With Sihle Nduli not available, the technical bench is expected to play Makhaula yet again.
The experienced midfield maestro is a dependable machine, and for the midfield to tick well, he must ensure he is on top of his game.
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CENTRAL MIDFIELDER: Thalente Mbatha
For the Buccaneers to work seamlessly from the defensive unit to the frontline, a capable midfield is needed. Mbatha and Makhaula must ensure this is achieved for an effective performance.
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ATTACKING MIDFIELDER: Relebohile Mofokeng
Mofokeng has emerged as a reliable playmaker, and Ouaddou's confidence is growing in the youngster.
Given that he received a yellow card in the derby, President Yama 2000 must cautiously play in order to avoid increasing his chances of suspension in the future.
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RIGHT ATTACKER: Oswin Appollis
Whether he earns a slot in the starting XI or comes on as a substitute, the former Polokwane City star has made an impact in games.
His goal against Chiefs should boost his morale as he also eyes a good performance that will probably propel him to the Bafana World Cup squad.
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LEFT-ATTACKER: Tshepang Moremi
He also scored in the derby, underlining the fact that he has been quite an effective player for the club.
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CENTRE-FORWARD: Evidence Makgopa
Ouaddou has been preferring Yanela Mbuthuma to start ahead of Evidence Makgopa.
When Makgopa was brought on in the 69th minute, it took him just 10 minutes to strike against Amakhosi.
This is a position that should be making Ouaddou scratch his head because Makgopa scored against Chiefs, and Mbuthuma did not, despite enjoying more minutes.