Seven Orlando Pirates have returned to full training after nursing injuries as the team prepares to take on CR Belouizdad in the CAF Champions League.
This will be their first match of the group stages. It will take place on Tuesday, 25 November at the 20 August 1995 Stadium in Algiers.
“Jose Riveiro and his technical team will need every player available during this intense period, as the clash against the Algerian giants marks the first of a demanding 21 days,” said the club via a statement.
“It’s a challenging schedule by any standard, but there is some encouraging news from the Bucs’ medical department.
“Updates on the squad’s fitness could provide a crucial boost as the team navigates this testing phase of the season.”
SEVEN PLAYERS WHO HAVE RETURNED TO FULL TRAINING
• Tapelo Xoki
• Sandile Mthethwa
• Deano Van Rooyen
• Makhehlene Makhaula
• Thabiso Lebitso
• Thuso Moleleki
• Ethan Visagie
THREE PLAYERS STILL UNDERGOING REHABILITATION
• Goodman Mosele
• Zakhele Lepasa
• Olisa Ndah
