Tshakhuma vs Orlando Pirates: Preview, Head-to-Head, Team News, Quotes, Tickets and Where to Watch

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Tshakhuma vs Orlando Pirates: Preview, Head-to-Head, Team News, Quotes, Tickets and Where to Watch

Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila (TTM) will face in-form Orlando Pirates in the Nedbank Cup Round of 32 at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday, with kick-off scheduled for 3:00 pm CAT.

The clash pits a struggling third-tier side against a Buccaneers outfit chasing history as they aim to complete a domestic quadruple.

Current Form

TTM, also known as Vhadau Vha Damani, have endured a difficult run in Limpopo’s ABC Motsepe League Stream A, suffering a 1-0 defeat to Tzaneen United in their most recent outing. That loss followed a heavy 5-0 defeat to Selwane White Vultures, leaving them winless in four matches.

Despite their struggles, Tshakhuma will be hoping to rediscover the magic of 2021 when they shocked the nation by winning the Nedbank Cup, their only major title to date.

Orlando Pirates, meanwhile, are in red-hot form. The Buccaneers are unbeaten in their last 12 matches across all competitions and recently secured a 2-0 victory over AmaZulu FC in the Betway Premiership.

Having already lifted the MTN8 and Carling Knockout this season, Pirates are chasing an unprecedented quadruple in the PSL era, with both the league title and Nedbank Cup still within reach.

Team News

TTM have no suspension concerns heading into the fixture. Pirates, however, will be without defender Lebone Seema, who is serving a one-match suspension. Midfielders Selaelo Rasebotja and Sihle Nduli remain sidelined as they continue their injury rehabilitation.

What Was Said

TTM striker Bonginkosi Sqwaya expressed excitement about facing the Soweto giants, acknowledging the challenge ahead.

“It is a wonderful feeling playing against Pirates in the Nedbank Cup Last 32. We know they are log leaders of the Betway Premiership. It’s not going to be an easy game, but we will see what happens on the day,” he said.

Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou emphasized his team’s winning mentality.

“Every game we play, we play to win. Every competition we enter, we enter it to win. The Nedbank Cup is a very important target for us, and we will put out our strongest team. We have only strong players,” he stated.

Head-to-Head

This will be the first-ever cup meeting between Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila and Orlando Pirates. In league encounters since 2021, Pirates hold the upper hand, winning once and drawing once. Their most notable victory came in the 2020/21 season when they defeated TTM 3-0, with goals from Hotto, Mhango, and Makaringe.

Where to Watch and Buy Tickets

Fans can catch the action live on SuperSport PSL (DStv), with coverage starting ahead of the 3:00 pm kick-off. Tickets for the Nedbank Cup clash at Moses Mabhida Stadium are available through OpenTickets website, ensuring supporters don’t miss out on this high-stakes encounter.

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Joel Oliver

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Joel Oliver is a seasoned multimedia sports journalist with a rich background in covering diverse football stories and events in South Africa and beyond.
His extensive coverage spans subjects touching on the PSL, with a focus on the Big Three (Orlando Pirates, Kaizer Chiefs & Mamelodi Sundowns), Bafana Bafana and Banyana Banyana.

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