Orlando Pirates supporters were pleased with the team’s starting eleven following their 1-1 draw with Mamelodi Sundowns in the MTN8 semi-final first leg on Saturday.
Downs opened the scoring with Teboho Mokoena but a late equaliser from Kamogrlo Sebelele saved Bucs’ blushes. The draw gives Sundowns an advantage; however, Pirates will feel confident given how they played, especially in the second half.
After the draw, Pirates fans praised Ouaddou for fielding experienced players. The Moroccan coach started the match with only three new signings and it paid off as Sebelebele, Lebone Seema and Sihle Nduli were effective around the more experienced players.
“This should be the starting 11 for majority of the games, except for Seema when Sibisi/Ndah returns, Mbule and Dlamini should always be used as impact players, the coach seems to be getting it right, he keeps it like this, Pirates are back,” tweeted @Vusumuzi23Vusi.
“I did say the Coach will be given a starting 11. This is Pirates!!! #OnceAlways Welcome back Mbatha!!!” tweeted @KhethaD23.
Pirates Fans happy with Ouaddou…for now
“He listened to us the Orlando Pirates faithful this was a better lineup than the last two,” tweeted @SirRoyzen.
@Katlego_Leko wrote: “Pirates don’t need unnecessary trial and error with the right starting 11 locked in, this team has enough quality to run through the PSL and remind everyone why the Ghosts are a powerhouse.”
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