Orlando Pirates FC begin their 2026/27 Betway Premiership title defence this afternoon when they host newcomers Milford FC at the Orlando Stadium.
The Buccaneers will be looking to continue on from where they left off at last season by picking up a full three points. Standing in their way however is Dr. Xanti Pupuma’s side who’ll be looking to make a statement this afternoon.
Let’s take a look at how both sides have opted to lineup for this afternoon’s clash which is scheduled to kick-off at 15:00.
Orlando Pirates vs Milford: Starting XI’s
Orlando Pirates XI: Chaine, Sibisi, Seema, Sebelebele, Hotto, Dansin, Mbatha, Maswanganyi, Moremi, Appollis, Mbuthuma.
Subs: Dladla, Kgositsile, Masilela, Zulu, Mariko, Mthiyane, Radiopane, Lungu, Rapoo.
Milford XI: Hleza, Bhengu, Mathabela, Cele, Mdluli, Mthethwa, Mthiyane, Chili, Mabena, Zikakayo, Radebe.
Subs: Nkosi, Ngxongo, Mbhele, Siyaya, Mkhize, Nomandela, Mbunga, Jwara, Masilela.
Bucs coach hoping for smooth transition
Speaking ahead of the clash, Abdeslam Ouaddou claimed he’s eager to see how his new players integrate into his squad. The Buccaneers signed nine new players during the off-season.
They also lost talisman Relebohile Mofokeng, who joined Belgian side Royale Union Saint-Gilloise in a blockbuster transfer as well as Sipho Mbule.
Ouaddou has however managed to hold onto Oswin Appollis and Tshepang Moremi, for now. The duo will be expected to carry the Orlando Pirates attack this afternoon.
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