Orlando Pirates will soon meet up with a rumoured Kaizer Chiefs target. Is he going to spoil their dreams this season?
Orlando Pirates brace themselves for massive Champions League test
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.
Caf Champions League fixture details
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.
Mbatha, Mabasa wanted in the Northeast of England
Northeast English giants Sunderland, currently scrapping to fight their way back into the Premier League, are keen on two Bucs stars. The ‘Black Cats’ were relegated from the top-flight in 2016-2017. However, they’ve been there and thereabouts in the promotion places from the Championship ever since. They’re currently fourth with four games to play and already guaranteed a semi-final playoff place.
Will Mayele be key in this battle between Orlando Pirates and Pyramids FC?
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