‘Tau the only problem but Pirates don’t respect Al Ahly, they will regret! Saleng must start’

Published on by Willis Sob

Orlando Pirates will host the defending Caf Champions League champions Al Ahly on Saturday at the Orlando Stadium.

The Group C clash might go a long way in determining who will top the pool at the end of the campaign. Both teams have maximum points after their matchday one wins, and have been tipped to make it to the quarter-final.

Have a look at what the fans said ahead of the sold-out game this weekend.

Pirates are solid defensively!

Not going to be an easy way game hopefully we are well prepared for this and on our toes from the first whistle – Motshedi Joel Tsheola

Whether Monnapule Saleng will be there or not, members let's support whoever the coach trusts to do the job. Gilberto might be useful he is an international player, goodluck Bucs – Wandile Mpmb Whether

This time we are solid in defence and clinical in front of goals. Unlike the last time when we had that postman Lennox Bacela leading the strike force missing sitters – Maṱodzi Phosha

Only Percy Tau will give us problems, the rest are allergic to playing on a sunny day and they prefer night games. Pirates better use that advantage like Mamelodi Sundowns at the Lucas Moripe Stadium – Lusakhanya Nunens 

Saleng needs to be back for this match. How I also wish Olisa Ndah was fully recovered so that our team can be a full force – Zulu Siphiwe Michael 

It is the easiest game for Pirates

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An important game for young Relebohile Mofokeng to show the whole of Africa his qualities –  Inganath'inkosi Mtshengu

We must start with Tshegofatso Mabasa, Saleng, Mofokeng, and Patrick Maswanganyi upfront. We are going for a kill. Our boys need no motivation the game itself is a motivation and I know they will rise to the occasion – Mo Ga No Jnr

Play like champions guys. Show no respect! Don't respect Al Ahly – Grace Sellwane Makoele

This is the easiest game for Pirates the football they play is different. Pirates play better under pressure. If Pirates dominate they might draw or lose the game. If Al Ahly dominate, Bucs will win with a big score. Mofokeng and Nkota are dangerous in transition – Thapelo Mthandazo Diniso 

Al Ahly will regret coming here, they will wish they have listened to their guts – Thabiso J. Thabana 

‘Tau the only problem but Pirates don’t respect Al Ahly, they will regret! Saleng must start’

Willis Sob

Willis Sob is an experienced journalist who has been in the game since 2009, covering major assignments around the continent.
His hunger for African football is unmatched, always getting the best angles and facts to feed the fans and quench their thirst.