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Evidence Makgopa, Orlando Pirates, September 2024Backpagepix

Predicting Orlando Pirates' XI to face Sekhukhune United - Should Evidence Makgopa get back in after Tshegofatso Mabasa fired blanks in the Soweto Derby against Kaizer Chiefs?

Buoyed by their Soweto Derby win over Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates visit Sekhukhune United at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium on Wednesday.

It is a match the Buccaneers need to win to keep close track of Premer Soccer League leaders Mamelodi Sundowns.

GOAL predicts how Pirates coach Jose Riveiro could pick his men to start against Babina Noko.

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  • Sipho Chaine, Orlando Pirates, January 2025Backpagepix

    GOALKEEPR: Sipho Chaine

    After keeping a clean sheet in the Soweto Derby against Kaizer Chiefs, thanks to a number of his impressive saves, Chaine goes into this game bubbling with confidence.

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  • Deano van Rooyen, Orlando PiratesBackpage

    RIGHT-BACK: Deano van Rooyen

    The former Stellenbosch captain has been justifying why he deserves to be selected ahead of the likes of Thabiso Monyane, Thabiso Lebitso and Bandile Shandu.

  • Deon Hotto, Orlando PiratesBackpage

    LEFT-BACK: Deon Hotto

    Naturally a left-attacking winger, Hotto has also been effective operating as a wing-back.

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  • Nkosinathi Sibisi, Orlando Pirates, September 2024Backpagepix

    CENTRE-BACK: Nkosinathi Sibisi

    Sibisi's leadership skills have been key for the Buccaneers and he can be relied upon to lead Pirates from the back.

  • Thabiso Sesane, Orlando Pirates, August 2024Backpagepix

    CENTRE-BACK: Thabiso Sesane

    Even after Tapelo Xoki returned from a long-term injury, Sesane has managed to keep his place at the heart of defence.

  • Makhehlene Makhaula, Orlando Pirates, September 2024Backpagepix

    CENTRAL MIDFIDLDER: Makhehlene Makhaula

    Makhaula delivered a Man of the Match performance against Chiefs and that boosts him going into the Sekhukhune game.

  • Thalente Mbatha, Orlando PiratesBackpagepix

    CENTRAL MIDFIELDER: Thalente Mbatha

    His long shots always give hope that Pirates can score anytime and that could keep Babina Noko defenders on high alert to close him down.

  •  Patrick Maswanganyi, Orlando Pirates, January 2025Backpagepix

    ATTACKING MIDFIDLDER: Patrick Maswanganyi

    He was the hero of the Soweto Derby with the goal that separated Pirates and Chiefs albeit under controversial circumstances.

  • Mohau Nkota, Orlando PiratesBackpage

    RIGHT ATTACKER: Mohau Nkota

    Enjoying a breakthrough season, Nkota has proved that he is a player who can rise to any occasion.

  • Relebohile Mofokeng, Orlando PiratesBackpage

    LEFT ATTACKER: Relebohile Mofokeng

    The Bafana Bafana attacker continues to gain experience and has established himself as a Buccaneers regular.

  • Evidence Makgopa, Orlando PiratesBackpage

    CENTRE-FORWARD: Evidence Makgopa

    With Tshegofatso Mabasa having struggled to score in recent games, Riveiro might move to try out Makgopa upfront.

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