Orlando Pirates team vs All Stars FC in the Nedbank Cup in February 2023. Image: Backpagepix.

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Orlando Pirates starting 11 vs Swallows FC Predicted

Orlando Pirates return to DStv Premiership action against Swallows FC tonight. Here’s the predicted line-up for the Buccaneers.

By Siseko Gwegwe

03-03-23 14:07

in Premier Soccer League

Orlando Pirates team vs All Stars FC in the Nedbank Cup in February 2023. Image: Backpagepix.

It’s been almost a week since Orlando Pirates’ terrible performance in the 1-0 loss to Kaizer Chiefs. The Sea Robbers now have a chance to respond against Swallows FC.

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Coach Jose Riveiro and his men have what could be as tough as the Chiefs game last weekend. There is nothing dangerous like a relegation-fighting team that is coached by Ernst Middendorp.

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Pirates coach Riveiro — Jose Riveiro, coach of Orlando Pirates, during the DStv Premiership 2022/23 game against Cape Town City at the Cape Town Stadium on 7 January 2023 © Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix

PREDICTED LINE-UP FOR THE BUCCANEERS

Jose Riveiro’s side will be forced to make two changes at the back. Innocent Maela and Nkosinathi Sibisi will be serving suspension. Additionally, Ndabayithethwa Ndlondlo had a poor game in midfield, while Vincent Pule’s role at right full-back was a flop.

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We therefore expect changes in central midfield and at number two: