Orlando Pirates assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi believes star player Thembinkosi Lorch is going to be key for the team in the final stretch of the season.
Orlando Pirates are through to the last 16 of the Nedbank Cup with a 2-0 victory over All Stars FC as the reigning MTN8 champions go in search of more silverware.
Cape Town City consolidated their place at the top of the DStv Diski Challenge standings, while Orlando Pirates stayed in striking distance with a win.
Orlando Pirates fans were anxious seeing goalkeeper Sipho Chaine get a lot more of the ball during their DStv Premiership clash against Mamelodi Sundowns, but the approach has been praised by opposition coach Rulani Mokwena.
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro has questioned the readiness of match officials who were in charge of their 1-0 defeat against Mamelodi Sundowns.
Mamelodi Sundowns continued their dominant march towards the DStv Premiership title on Saturday as they clinched a 1-0 win at Orlando Pirates.