Orlando Pirates Predicted XI vs SuperSport United
Evidence Makgopa to Start Ahead of Misfiring Tshegofatso Mabasa
Date: May 25, 2024
Orlando Pirates are gearing up for a crucial clash against SuperSport United in the South African Premier Division.
With second place within reach, the Buccaneers are aiming for a home win to secure their position. Let’s take a look at the predicted starting lineup for Orlando Pirates:
Goalkeeper:
- Chaine: Expected to guard the goalposts and provide stability at the back.
Defenders:
- Monyane: Likely to feature as a fullback.
- Sesane: Expected to partner in central defense.
- Ndah: Another central defender who will play a key role.
- Hotto: A versatile player who can operate as a fullback or winger.
Midfielders:
- Timm: A central midfielder with creative abilities.
- Mbatha: Expected to control the midfield alongside Timm.
- Maswanganyi: A dynamic midfielder who can contribute both defensively and offensively.
- Dlamini: Likely to play as an attacking midfielder.
Forwards:
- Mofokeng: A winger who can stretch the opposition’s defense.
- Makgopa: The exciting young talent who is set to start ahead of the misfiring Tshegofatso Mabasa. Makgopa has been in fine form recently and could be the key to unlocking SuperSport United’s defense.
SuperSport United’s Challenge
SuperSport United, on the other hand, will be looking to upset the odds. They have conceded goals consistently in recent matches, which bodes well for Orlando Pirates’ attacking prospects.
However, they won’t be pushovers, and Pirates will need to be cautious.
SuperSport United Predicted XI:
- Goss: In goal for SuperSport.
- Lungu: Expected to deputize at right back.
- Hlatshwayo: A key defender for the visitors.
- Baloyi: Likely to start in defense.
- Bhasera: Another defensive option.
- Magidigidi: A young winger who could cause problems for Orlando Pirates.
- Margeman: Expected to control the midfield.
- Ndlovu: A creative force in the middle.
- Campbell: Likely to lead the attack.
- Dzvukamanja: A forward who can trouble the opposition’s defense.
- Grobler: Another attacking option for SuperSport United.
Verdict:
I predict that Orlando Pirates will secure a home win. Keep an eye on Evidence Makgopa, who could be the difference-maker in this crucial encounter. The Buccaneers are backed to score over 1.5 goals in this match
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