Orlando Pirates midfielder Thapelo Mokobodi admits he joined the Soweto giants with an open mind, never expecting to become a regular so quickly despite trusting his work ethic.
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has admitted that his first-half tactical experiment in Saturday’s Soweto Derby victory over Kaizer Chiefs nearly cost the Buccaneers three points.
The 186th Soweto Derby this afternoon will be full of youthful talent, with both Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Cheifs boasting squads filled with young stars, and Mfundo “Obrigado Vilakazi credits the DDC for this progress.
The past few Soweto Derbies have been marred by poor traffic control around the FNB Stadium precinct as well as ticketing challenges, but Stadium Management South Africa (SMSA) has thanked Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie for stepping in to try and address these challenges.
From a possible 18 points in the last six Betway Premiership matches, Kaizer Chiefs have picked up only eight, which is why AmaKhosi captain Brandon Petersen says tomorrow’s Soweto Derby against arch-rivals Orlando Pirates is about more than just bragging rights.
Orlando Pirates skipper Nkosinathi Sibisi is sure the club’s youthful squad can deliver this season as several players prepare for their Soweto Derby debuts.