Naft Bandar Abbas Overview

Amakhosi have released details around the recovery of four players who have been unavailable due to various injuries. The Glamour Boys return to Betway Premiership action this week against Stellenbosch FC at the FNB Stadium, but the technical team will have to navigate a significant selection headache with several key players still unavailable.

The Buccaneers head coach has addressed the tactical decisions and injury setbacks that defined a difficult evening at the Moses Mabhida Stadium. The Buccaneers saw their hope of a historic fifth consecutive MTN8 title vanish following a 2-0 defeat to rivals Mamelodi Sundowns. Following the final whistle, the Pirates tactician opened up on the fitness of Kamogelo Sebelebele and the surprise omission of Oswin Appollis from the starting line up.

The 33-year-old finds himself at a career crossroads after being informed he is no longer part of the first-team plans at Al-Ittihad SC. The South African attacker has reportedly been deemed surplus to requirements by head coach Faouzi Benzarti ahead of the new campaign.

The highly-rated coach has opened up about the tactical and cultural advice he gave the midfield maestro before the midfielder’s high-profile move to Bucs. The former Mamelodi Sundowns tactician played a mentor role in the player's transition, guiding him toward a club that famously celebrates technical flair and individual artistry.