The starting lineups for the eagerly awaited Betway Premiership match between Orlando Pirates and Siwelele FC at the Orlando Amstel Arena have been announced.
A victory this afternoon would enable Pirates to widen the gap at the top of the table, extending their winning streak to four matches and establishing a three-point advantage.
As Mamelodi Sundowns participates in the CAF Champions League, Pirates are prioritizing their league campaign, focusing on claiming their first league title in 14 years.
The Buccaneers have an impressive defensive record, conceding only eight goals, and are the second-highest scoring team with 33 goals, one goal behind Sundowns.
In contrast, Siwelele has managed just three goals in the last seven league matches and occupies 11th place with 22 points from 19 games, just four points clear of relegation. Siwelele lost influential player Siviwe Magidigidi to a Belgian side in the last transfer window.
Having previously beaten Siwelele 1-0 on two occasions, Pirates are targeting a third consecutive victory, while Siwelele aims to replicate their second away win of the season.
Pirates XI: Chaine, Sebelebele, Sibisi, Seema, Ndaba, Makhaula, Mbatha, Appollis, Mofokeng, Moremi, Mbuthuma.
Subs: Buthelezi, Chabatsane, Mbule, Maswanganyi, van Rooyen, Makgopa, Nemtajela, de Jong, Hotto.
Siwelele XI: Goss, Mfolozi, Makhele, Mobbie, Rapoo, Mokhuoane, Margeman, Potsane, Pule, Ohizu, Saile.
Subs: Zulu, Lekay, Mazibuko, Moralo, Ngwato, Letshedi, Mokhele, Baliti, Sanoka.
