Orlando Pirates to make a shock pick for the MTN8 final?

Orlando Pirates fans have seen something in training pictures that suggests a shock starter for Saturday’s MTN8 final vs Sundowns.

Dlamini to start for Pirates in the MTN8 final vs Sundowns?

Pirates fans have spotted Kabelo Dlamini in training and have already proposed theories that the talented left-footer might be starting the MTN8 final against Sundowns. The versatile 30-year-old is a firm favourite with fans, but has yet to feature this season because of an injury. Is he fit enough to get some minutes at Moses Mabhida on Saturday?

Mbatha is also in line for a recall as Orlando Pirates approach full strength

Midfield dynamo Thalente Mbatha has been in full training and could feature for the defending champions in Saturday’s showpiece. 26-year-old Mbatha has been absent with a knee injury for just shy of two months. Supporters in comment sections across social media are delighted to see him back on the green grass and sound confident he can steer them to an unprecedented fifth MTN8 crown on the bounce. Pirates vs Sundowns on 10 October at Moses Mabhida kicks off at 18:00.

Appollis is a wanted man after starring for Pirates and Bafana

French Ligue 1 side Strasbourg is monitoring Oswin Appollis’ performances at Orlando Pirates after he shone for Bafana in recent wins over Eritrea and Guinea. This follows rumoured interest from Portuguese giants Porto. The 25-year-old shone against Eritrea in a recent 5-0 win, bagging three assists, matching a feat he also achieved against Congo in 2024. He has chipped in with two goals and two assists so far in seven Betway Premiership outings this term.

Buccaneers, what are your predictions for this Saturday’s MTN8 final? Click the red comments banner below and have your say 🙂