A change in the line-up is expected for Orlando Pirates for their eagerly awaited match against Kaizer Chiefs, following a disappointing midweek result, sources have indicated.
The Buccaneers were held to a 1-1 draw against Cape Town Spurs on Wednesday evening much to the disappointment of some sections of the team's supporters who expected better results leading up to Saturday's Soweto derby.
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In his post-match interview, Bucs coach Jose Riveiro described the team's performance as terrible and one of the worst matches they have played thus far.
Against Spurs, Pirates had Bafana Bafana striker Evidence Makgopa who scored in the previous match against Polokwane City, excluded from the matchday squad, as Tshegofatso Mabasa was tasked with leading the line on the night.
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Deon Hotto, who has been a regular and one of the top contributors for the team with a goal and three assists, started from the bench along with another top performer in Miguel Timm who was returning from a two-match suspension.
"There is a big match coming – the Soweto derby – and you can expect some changes because of what is at stake with the history between the two clubs. For example, Olisa Ndah who was suspended for the previous match, will now be available for selection alongside others who missed out due to different reasons, like Evidence Makgopa. The good thing is that there aren't too many injury worries and the coach will be spoilt for choice on who to select," said the source.
