Orlando Pirates are nonetheless gunning for silverware on a number of fronts. What’s subsequent for Jose Riveiro’s proficient Sea Robbers facet?
VAR spared Orlando Pirates twice
The Video Assistant Referee intervened not as soon as, however twice, to the reduction of Orlando Pirates followers throughout the continent watching their 0-0 draw within the first leg of the Champions League semi-finals towards Pyramids FC. The Sea Robbers should journey north to contest the second leg on Friday, 25 April. That match kicks off at 20:00 SA time.
Soweto Derby clashes loom massive for Pirates
As destiny would have it, Pirates and Chiefs meet twice in fast succession on the sharp finish of the 2024-2025 marketing campaign. First, they do battle within the Betway Premiership on Saturday, 03 Could at 15:00. Then, they meet within the Nedbank Cup remaining on Saturday, 10 Could. Mfundo Vilakazi won’t be out there for the Glamour Boys as he’ll be on Afcon U20 responsibility. Bucs defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi can also be a part of the U20 Afcon group, however Pirates are eager to withdraw him to have {the teenager} out there for the clashes towards Chiefs.
Rulani’s wage may be an issue
Rulani Mokwena will go away Wydad AC on the finish of the marketing campaign. He’s been strongly linked with the Orlando Pirates job, however that transfer seems to be unlikely due to his wage calls for. Except the Sea Robbers shift their wage construction, former Sundowns boss Mokwena will unlikely settle for a pay minimize.
“The Spaniard (Riveiro) just lately confirmed that he’ll go away the Buccaneers when his contract expires on the finish of the season,” KickOff confirmed.
“The report provides that Riveiro’s wage is believed to be considerably decrease than Mokwena’s, and the Moroccan giants are presently working in the direction of parting methods with their coach by mutual consent.”
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