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Monnapule Saleng of Orlando Pirates celebrates his goal during the MTN8, Quarter Final match between Orlando Pirates and SuperSport United at Orlando Stadium on August 03, 2024 in Johannesbur

Jose Riveiro non-committal on Monnapule Saleng’s availability for Stade d’Abidjan

Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro is keeping his cards close to his chest regarding the availability of Bafana Bafana winger and fan favourite Monnapule Saleng for today’s CAF Champions League clash against Stade d’Abidjan.

Orlando Pirates FC during the Betway Premiership match between Orlando Pirates and Marumo Gallants FC at Orlando Stadium on December 24, 2024 in Soweto, South Africa.

Stade d’Abidjan confident ahead of do-or-die Orlando Pirates clash

Stade d’Abidjan are sounding bullish and confident ahead of their CAF Champions League meeting against Orlando Pirates this evening, believing they have a strong chance of snatching maximum points at Orlando Stadium.

Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro

History follows Orlando Pirates as they return to a familiar ground in Abidjan

Approximately 29 years ago, Orlando Pirates became only the first Southern African team to lift the African Champions Cup title (now CAF Champions League, at Sade Houphouet Boigny in Abidjan, Côte D'Ivoire, and yesterday, that was the main topic for the Buccaneers in West Africa.