Orlando Pirates starting XI prediction: DStv Premiership vs TS Galaxy

After successive draws Orlando Pirates will be desperate to return to winning ways when they host TS Galaxy on Saturday afternoon.

Here we try to predict the Orlando Pirates starting XI for their DStv Premiership clash with TS Galaxy at the Orlando Stadium.

Orlando Pirates starting XI prediction

There is no reason for Orlando Pirates to replace Siyabonga Mpontshane in goal, nor is there a suitable replacement waiting in the wings, meaning he simply must start.

He was liable for the goal conceded by Orlando Pirates in their 1-1 draw last time out against Amazulu, however, Paseka Mako has done well enough over the season to retain his place at left-back.

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At right-back though we expect to see Bandile Shandu return as the team has faltered in his absence although you’d be hard-pressed to directly link their performances to his absence.

The central defensive pairing of Olisah Ndah and Ntsikelelo Nyauza have done well in the absence of Happy Jele and Thulani Hlatshwayo.

In central midfield meanwhile, Fortune Makaringe and Ben Motshwari should continue their newfound allegiance. The pairing hasn’t produced yet, however, they have great potential.

Collins Makgaka bagged an assist in midweek and therefore should act as the link between the midfield and the strike force.

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Deon Hotto should start on the left side of the attack having looked the sharpest of the attackers in the draw with Usuthu.

Thembinkosi Lorch was underwhelming last time out, however, needs time to settle back in after a long injury lay off.

It is likely that Tshegofatso Mabasa could return to lead the line though after Kwame Peprah again fired blanks last time out.

Orlando Pirates starting XI (Predicted)

Siyabonga Mpontshane. Paseka Mako. Olisah Ndah. Ntsikelelo Nyauza. Bandile Shandu. Fortune Makaringe. Ben Motshwari. Collins Makgaka. Deon Hotto, Thembinkosi Lorch. Tshegofatso Mabasa.

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