Orlando Pirates has provided a crucial update on injured players, including Patrick Maswanganyi, ahead of their highly-anticipated clash against Algerian side MC Alger this evening.
The Sea Robbers will begin their CAF Champions League knockout rounds campaign away at Stade du 5-Juillet-1962 this evening after securing a top spot finish in Group C.
They confirmed through the club’s website that six of their players will not be part of this match as they are still being rehabilitated from injuries.
Orlando Pirates will be without talisman Patrick Maswanganyi when the Buccaneers face MC Alger in an all-important TotalEnergies CAF Champions League quarter-final encounter on Tuesday.
The 26-year-old who has been sidelined due to injury, did not make it to the traveling squad as he continues to receive treatment for a quad strain injury.
The Bucs medical staff was on hand to provide updates for all the players currently receiving treatment.
Thabiso Monyane
Right back has re-injured his hamstring after pulling out in a friendly match recently. According to the medical team, the 24-year-old continues to undergo rehabilitation.
Zakhele Lepasa
Has started partial team training with team. Player will not be rushed, and he will be integrated with team intermittently.
Olisa Ndah
Olisa has sustained a stress fracture injury after landing awkwardly during a friendly match played recently. The medical team will provide an update on the status of recovery in 3-4 weeks.
Thabiso Sesane
Continues to undergo rehabilitation. He has started weight bearing and is currently working on range movement.
Thabiso Lebitso
Like with Sesane, Lebitso has also started weight bearing work. The medical team will provide an update on recovery process in 5-6 weeks.