Blow by blow: Bidvest Wits vs Orlando Pirates
Bidvest Wits and Orlando Pirates are set to meet this afternoon in a Premiership clash which could have major implications in terms of the outcome of the title race.
Terrence Dzvukamanja of Bidvest Wits and Ben Motshwari of Orlando Pirates during the Absa Premiership match between Orlando Pirates and Bidvest Wits at Orlando Stadium on August 15, 2018 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Lefty Shivambu/Gallo Images)
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Currently both sides are tied on 41 points with Pirates ahead of Wits in second place due to a single strike in goal difference.
Both outfits trail leaders Mamelodi Sundowns by three points though with the Brazilians facing a possible points deduction, the clash between the Clever Boys and the Sea Robbers has added significance.
Sundowns were found guilty of fielding the ineligible Wayne Arendse in a match last year, and are currently awaiting their sentence which appears likely to be a points deduction.
Nonetheless, the visitors arrive having suffered a spate of injuries to key performers.
Goalkeeper Wayne Sandilands is a doubt with a head injury concern while Luvuyo Memela may not be available after he suffered a deep laceration to his thigh during last Monday’s 0-0 draw with Downs.
In addition, the highly influential Thembinkosi Lorch is suspended after reaching his yellow card limit.
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