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ICYMI: Predicted Orlando Pirates XI vs Stellies

Orlando Pirates begin their DStv premiership campaign away to Stellenbosch on Saturday night. Here’s how we think they could line up.

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Orlando Pirates fans are expectant on Soweto Derby Day. Image: BackpagePix

Orlando Pirates begin their DStv premiership campaign away to Stellenbosch on Saturday night.

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Predicted Orlando Pirates XI vs Stellies

The Bucaneers have signed seven new players ahead of the 2023-24 campaign, so far. Here’s how the side could look with Kapinga, Buthelezi and co.

Buthelezi; Monyane, Xoki, Sibisi, Mako; Saleng, Kimvuidi, Timm, Kapinga, Otladisa; Erasmus

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Orlando Pirates striker Kermit Erasmus. Photo: iDiski Times

Bucs have plenty of options

There’s much more to come from Kermit Erasmus, who will be flanked by star man Monnapule Saleng while Katlego Otladisa and Patrick Maswanganyi provide depth in wide attacking areas. Can they displace the ever-dependable Deon Hotto? There’s also Kabelo Dlamini in reserve as a creative midfielder with an eye for a pass in more central areas. 23-year-old Siphelo Baloni, the new man, is a tidy technician with the ball at his feet.

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Bucs and Bafana man Monnapule Saleng. Photo: @orlandopirates / twitter

Pirates get their campaign underway away to Stellies on Saturday night at 8pm. Where will you be watching, and will Kermit be in the starting XI?

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