The Orlando Pirates squad returned to training today in order to prepare for a number of practice games during the international break.
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Pirate's players were given the day off yesterday after they returned to South Africa from their successful trip to Egypt, in which they saw off Al Ahly to reach the final of the CAF Confederation Cup.
The Buccaneers players return to the training ground today as they prepare for friendly games that will keep them sharp during the FIFA break.
Thamsanqa Gabuza, Mpho Makola and Thabo Matlaba are with the Pirates squad as they arrived back too late to join up with their Bafana Bafana teammates for their Central American trip, and were allowed to remain in Mzansi.
Bucs will use the friendlies to stay in top shape ahead of their Telkom Knockout encounter with University of Pretoria next week Friday, October 16.
Thereafter, they face a tricky return to league action when they welcome high-flying Bidvest Wits to Orlando Stadium on October 21.
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How do you think the Bucs squad is shaping up this season? Do you expect them to challenge for league honours?
