On Friday, Siya sources indicated that there is an update on Orlando
Pirates goalkeeper Sipho Chaine who has been out for the last two matches
due to an injury. Chaine got injured against Cape Town Spurs in the
Carling Knockout Last 16 match and was replaced by Melusi Buthelezi in the
first half.
The former Chippa United keeper, who has been number one in coach Jose
Riveiro’s side, missed consecutive league matches against AmaZulu and
Polokwane City, as a result.
While it was initially thought that the shot-stopper could be on the
sidelines for a long time, indications are that the 26-year-old has made
notable progress on his road to recovery.
“His injury is not as serious as it was initially thought. He has made
progress and will be back sooner than expected to continue cementing his
place in the starting line-up,” said the source.
The source went on to add that the competition between goalkeepers at
Pirates will only help the team going forward.
“The good thing about Pirates is that they have good goalkeepers who are
all capable of doing the job for the team. You can see how well Melusi has
done since getting his chance and competition for places can only help the
team going forward,” the source concluded.
Orlando Pirates will travel to Cape Town for their next fixture in the
league to face struggling Spurs at the DHL Cape Town Stadium on Wednesday
evening. It remains to be seen whether Chaine will be fit to feature in
the match.
