Orlando Pirates injury update

Orlando Pirates have issued an update on the progress of their players who are currently nursing respective injuries.


According to the Buccaneers medical team, Siyabonga Mpontshane, Riyaad Norodien, Lehlohonolo Mtshali, Thamsanqa Sangweni and Nkosinathi Mthiyane have all been discharged from the physio room and have started with rehabilitation.

Meanwhile, Gladwin Shitolo continues to undergo strength training and has been ruled out for this week along with left-back Marc Van Heerden who sustained a knock to the knee in a friendly match on Sunday.

Pirates will be looking to maintain undefeated streak when they face Cape Town City at the FNB Stadium tonight in their fifth league of the season.

Bucs are on eight points having registered two wins and two draws.

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