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Andre de Jong, Nkosinathi Sibisi, Genino Palace & Thabiso Sesane, Orlando Pirates vs Stellenbosch, December 2024Backpagepix
Michael Madyira

Predicting Orlando Pirates' XI to face Kaizer Chiefs in the Soweto Derby - Nkosinathi Sibisi back to replace Tapelo Xoki?

The Buccaneers host Amakhosi at FNB Stadium in a potentially stormy affair with the PSL title at stake for Jose Riveiro's men.

The first Soweto Derby of the 2024/25 season between Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs is on Saturday.

The Buccaneers are chasing Mamelodi Sundowns in the Premier Soccer League title race while Amakhosi are trying to brighten their top-four chances.

GOAL predicts how Pirates coach Jose Riveiro could line up his man against Chiefs.

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  • Sipho Chaine, Orlando Pirates, January 2025Backpagepix

    GOALKEEPER: Sipho Chaine

    Chaine is expected back to replace Melusi Buthelezi who conceded in the Nedbank Cup Round of 32 match against Richards Bay last weekend.

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  • Deano van Rooyen, Orlando PiratesBackpage

    RIGHT-BACK: Deano van Rooyen

    Van Rooyen has cemented his place at the right side of Pirates' defence even with Thabiso Lebitso back from a long-term injury and this will be his first Soweto Derby.

  • Deon Hotto, Orlando PiratesBackpage

    LEFT-BACK: Deon Hotto

    The Namibian's experience will be key for a match of this magnitude.

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  • CENTRE-BACK: Nkosinathi Sibisi

    Sibisi was not available when Pirates faced Richards Bay last weekend and is expected back to step in for Tapelo Xoki.

  • Thabiso Sesane, Orlando Pirates, August 2024Backpagepix

    CENTRE-BACK: Thabiso Sesane

    Picking between Sesane and Xoki could be a difficult decision for Riveiro but the former has been gaining experience and can be trusted.

  • Makhehlene Makhaula, Orlando Pirates, September 2024Backpagepix

    CENTRAL MIDFIELDER: Makhehlene Makhaula

    Makhaula has been consistent in the middle of the park for Pirates and is a player cut for such matches as this big derby.

  • Thalente Mbatha, Orlando PiratesBackpagepix

    CENTRAL MIDFIELDER: Thalente Mbatha

    Mbatha is a player who could hurt Chiefs with his long shots.

  • Patrick Maswanganyi, Orlando Pirates, January 2025Backpagepix

    ATTACKING MIDFIELDER: Patrick Maswanganyi

    Maswanganyi's brace against Richards Bay came as a confidence booster ahead of Saturday's derby.

  • Relebohile Mofokeng Orlando PiratesBackpagepix

    LEFT ATTACKER: Relebohile Mofokeng

    Amakhosi defenders could be bracing themselves for a busy afternoon trying to contain Mofokeng.

  • Mohau Nkota, Orlando PiratesBackpage

    RIGHT ATTACKER: Mohau Nkota

    Having been an impressive performer in the Caf Champions League, Nkota would be keen to shine in his maiden Soweto Derby.

  • Tshegofatso Mabasa, Orlando Pirates, August 2024Backpagepix

    CENTRE-FORWARD Tshegofatso Mabasa

    His goal against Richards Bay might have earned Mabasa a starting place ahead of Evidence Makgopa.

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