Orlando Pirates will be back in action this evening with a Carling
Knockout Last 16 fixture against Cape Town Spurs at Orlando Stadium.
However, two of their key players, Zakhele Lepasa and Innocent Maela,
remain in doubt for the crucial fixture.
Earlier in the week, Pirates coach Jose Riveiro confirmed that Lepasa had
injury concerns before being called up for Bafana Bafana for recent
international friendlies against Eswatini and Ivory Coast respectively. It
had previously been confirmed from Bafana’s medical department that the
striker had been struggling with a knee injury which led to his exclusion
against Ivory Coast.
With Bucs aiming for a perfect start in the recently launched PSL
competition, indications are that the team’s top goalscorer remains
doubtful because of the troublesome knee. According to insiders, both
Lepasa and Maela have not yet been 100% fit as Bucs wrapped up
preparations for the week, leaving Riveiro with some tough decisions to
make.
The Carling Knockout Cup launch and Last 16 Draw
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