Confirmed: Three changes in Orlando Pirates’ starting 11 vs African Stars

Orlando Pirates visit African Stars at the Botswana National Stadium in this preliminary second round qualifier. Kick Off is at 15:00.

Coach Ouaddou has made three changes from the team that secured a 3-0 win over TS Galaxy in the Betway Premiership in Soweto on Tuesday.

ORLANDO PIRATES STARTING XI VS AFRICAN STARS

Thapelo Mokobodi, Oswin Appollis and Boitumelo Radiopane have made way for Thalente Mbatha, Tshepang Moremi and Yanela Mbuthuma. Mokobodi’s omission sticks out as a surprise after stellar performances against TS Galaxy and Mamelodi Sundowns in the MTN8 final.

Goalkeeper: Sipho Chaine, Right back: Bulelani Sigomoshe, Central defender: Nkosinathi Sibisi (captain), Central defender: Lebone Seema, Left back: Nkosikhona Ndaba, Central midfielder: Thalente Mbatha, Central midfielder: Simphiwe Selepe, Attacking midfielder: Simphiwe Masilela, Right winger: Tshepang Moremi, Left winger: Ghampani Lungu, Striker: Yanela Mbuthuma.