Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro has revealed that he was forced into making two substitutes early in the second half due to Bandile Shandu and Miguel Timm's niggling injuries.
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro was delighted that his side ended their three game winless run and return to winning ways in the DStv Premiership.
Orlando Pirates broke their three game losing streak to secure a 3-1 victory over Golden Arrows, while Chippa United came back to hold Cape Town City to a 1-1 in the DStv Premiership on Saturday.
Mamelodi Sundowns, Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs have avoided facing each other following the conclusion of the Nedbank Cup Last 32 draw.
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro believes his side are capable of winning all their remaining 15 matches to finish in a favourable position in the DStv Premiership.
The Premier Soccer League have confirmed all 32 teams who will be participating in this year’s Nedbank Cup ahead of the last 32 draw on Thursday.
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro admits there was "no explanation" as to why his side didn't score in the second half but is hopeful they can bounce back from their defeat to Cape Town City.
Sekhukhune United secured a narrow 1-0 win to spoil Kaizer Chiefs' 53rd birthday, while Cape Town City came from behind to clinch a 2-1 victory over Orlando Pirates on Saturday evening.
Underfire Cape Town City coach Eric Tinkler believes his players should need no added motivation for the DStv Premiership clash against Orlando Pirates at the Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.
Mamelodi Sundowns secured a 2-0 victory over Orlando Pirates to stretch their lead to seven points in the DStv Premiership, while Cape Town City edged out Royal AM 2-1 on Friday.