After seeing their winning run across all competitions come to a stunning halt against Saint Lupopo in the CAF Champions League, Bucs will be keen to bounce back. They cannot afford to lose in the league, as that would mean they drop down and cede more ground in the title race.

The duo has been missing in action for quite some time now, owing to injuries, but recent clips from Bucs have shown them actively training with the other first-team members. The Sea Robbers are set for the CAF inter-club outing this weekend, which begs a question on whether the two centre-backs will make their long-awaited return.

Having gone for a seven-match winning streak, the Buccaneers have a spring in their step as they welcome their visitors from Bloemfontein at Orlando Stadium on Saturday. They go into this match not long after lifting the MTN8 for the fourth season in a row. Their coach would want to pick up from his predecessor, Jose Riveiro, as a specialist in Cup games.

Two teams, one point apart, both riding waves of momentum as the Buccaneers and the Rockets collide in a midweek Premier Soccer League clash that promises fireworks, grit and a battle for maximum points. With the Sea Robbers fresh off continental triumph, Orlando Stadium becomes the launchpad for a high-stakes encounter.

Two days after sealing their place in the next round of the CAF Champions League, the Buccaneers must swiftly refocus as league duties beckon. Their upcoming clash against TS Galaxy promises fireworks, with both sides chasing consistency in a season marked by highs and lows.