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Orlando Pirates resume their Caf Champions League campaign on Saturday with an entertaining Group C clash against the defending champions Al Ahly.This is a crucial fixture for the Sea Robbers who <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-za/lists/orlando-pirates-vs-al-ahly-bucs-coach-jose-riveiro-shares-latest-injury-update-ahead-of-the-crucial-caf-champions-league-outing/blt01cc45a127461762" target="_blank">have no major injury issues</a> as confirmed by Riveiro.It gives the Spaniard an opportunity to come up with a formidable starting team that will do the job versus the Egyptian giants.<script type="application/json" data-placement="fcplayer-semantic">{"type":"fcplayer-semantic","data":{"embedCode":"//cdn.fcp.codes/embed-code-template/embed-code-template.js#SEMANTIC_5704afb8-c10b-4ba5-9cb4-d7fb6098ef90"}}</script>Here, GOAL predicts how Bucs might start this weekend.<table><tbody><tr><td><a href="https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vae4thkJZg4CmvuUtR3C">Follow GOAL on WhatsApp!</a> 🟢📱</td></tr></tbody></table>

Predicting Orlando Pirates XI against Al Ahly - Van Rooyen & Tapelo Xoki to start versus the reigning Caf Champions League champions?

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Chaine has been doing well as Bucs' number one and he also finds himself in the Bafana Bafana set-up.It is highly unlikely that Riveiro will drop Chaine ahead of the crucial continental fixture.

GOALKEEPER: Sipho Chaine

After coming in as a substitute in the last two matches against CR Belouizdad and Stellenbosch, the right-back might be started on Saturday in the place of Thabiso Monyane who has been putting in a decent shift.

RIGHT-BACK: Deano Van Rooyen

The versatile Namibia international has been consistent for the Sea Robbers. He is a threat going forward as well; in the 18 games played across all competitions, Hotto has managed three goals and two assists.

LEFT-BACK:  Deon Hotto

Despite Tapelo Xoki's recovery, Riveiro will most likely stick with Sibisi and Sesane. The duo has developed a vital understanding that can't be messed with, at least not against Al Ahly.

CENTRE-BACK: Nkosinathi Sibisi

In the absence of the injured Olisa Ndah, Sesane has brought stability to the heart of the Sea Robbers' defence.The 24-year-old is a critical piece for Bucs.

CENTRE-BACK: Thabiso Sesane

The tough-tackling 35-year-old midfielder will be expected to keep the shape in midfield. However, the most important role will be to break Al Ahly's attacks and help in commanding proceedings in the department.

CENTRAL MIDFIELDER: Makhehlene Makhaula

Since breaking into the starting team, Mbatha has never looked back. The former SuperSport United player was not at his best against Stellenbosch and Riveiro hopes it will change against the Red Devils.

CENTRAL MIDFIELDER: Thalente Mbatha

Tito has been blowing hot and cold this season as opposed to the previous one. One assist from 17 appearances is surely below par for a player of his quality. However, he is still expected to start this weekend.

ATTACKING MIDFIELDER: Patrick Maswanganyi 

The 20-year-old winger defied the odds to score a brace against CR Belouizdad in Group C's opening fixture. Despite his struggles in the 1-0 loss to Stellies, his pace and hard work will surely be useful against Percy Tau's Al Ahly.

RIGHT ATTACKER: Mohau Nkota

Mofokeng has been doing well and is coach Jose Riviero's trusted soldier. He has four goals and eight assists so far making him the most in-form attacker at the club.

LEFT ATTACKER: Relebohile Mofokeng

Makgopa is the club's top goalscorer so far and is currently Riveiro's first choice.He has to keep the defenders busy and take the chances that come his way.

CENTRE-FORWARD: Evidence Makgopa 

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