Orlando Pirates have a huge barrier standing in their way of this season’s Caf Champions League final. Can they hurdle it?
Mayele is the major threat to Orlando Pirates’ Champions League chances
Just two matches stand in the way of Orlando Pirates and the Champions League final. Pyramids FC are their opponents in a two-legged semi-final clash, a team boasting the goal-scoring talents of Congolese marksman Fiston Mayele. The 30-year-old is a known target for Kaizer Chiefs, and he’ll be desperate to shine against their archrivals Pirates. He has 19 caps for Congo and a remarkable six goals from nine Champions League outings this term. Overall, he’s scored 19 times in 33 appearances in Africa’s premier club competition.
Fixture details: Orlando Pirates vs Pyramids FC
Next up for the Sea Robbers is the first leg of a massive Champions League semi-final against Egyptian outfit Pyramids FC. This clash takes place at Orlando Stadium on Saturday, 19 April at 18:00. The second leg is on Friday, 25 April in Egypt.
Will Orlando Pirates tame Mayele and reach the final?
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