With Orlando Pirates finalising preparations for their next match, there could be changes in the line-up for coach Jose Riveiro’s team, the Siya crew has learnt.
The Buccaneers are scheduled to visit Sekhukhune United for their league clash at the Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday with the aim of increasing their chances of being the second-best team on points tally on the log behind leaders Mamelodi Sundowns.
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In their previous fixture in the Nedbank Cup, which was against second tier outfit Hungry Lions, Bucs had some regulars missing from the starting line-up.
Sipho Chaine, who was granted compassionate leave by the club following the passing of his mother, Olisa Ndah and Deon Hotto are some of the players who didn’t start but are expected to return for the Babina Noko clash.
Thabiso Lebitso also missed out due to suspension after picking his fourth yellow card in the Soweto derby.
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The Soweto giants confirmed that Makhehlene Makhaula has been given the all-clear to resume training after his substitution in the previous match where he complained about chest pains and shortness of breath.
Furthermore, Bafana Bafana striker Evidence Makgopa is expected to make a return after missing a few matches, owing to injury.
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