Mamelodi Sundowns vs Orlando Pirates: How will they line up? 

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Mamelodi Sundowns host Orlando Pirates in what is potentially a Betway Premiership title deciding clash. The match will be played in front of a sold out crowd at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Saturday at 15:30.

Both teams will be aiming for a crucial three points as the league title race intensifies. 

The Brazilians currently lead the standings with 39 points from 14 games, while Orlando Pirates sit behind them with 33 points from 13 matches. 

Sundowns will be looking to solidify their position at the top, while Pirates hope to close the gap. 

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SUNDOWNS BANKING ON RIBEIRO AS PIRATES RELY ON MOFOKENG

Lucas Ribeiro Costa is a potential game-changer for Sundowns, while Orlando Pirates will be relying on the talents of Relebohile Mofokeng.

Sundowns: 

Williams, Mdunyelwa, Khoza, Kekana, Modiba, Adams, Mokoena, Allende, Ribeiro, Matthews, Shalulile

Subs:

Onyango, Suarez, Johannes, Mashego, Mkhulise, Maseko, Kodisang, Esquivel, Rayners

Pirates: 

Chaine, van Rooyen, Sibisi, Xoki, Hotto, Makhaula, Mbatha, Maswanganyi, Mofokeng, Nkota, Mabasa

Subs:

Buthelezi, Dlamini, Kimvuidi, Makgopa, Moleleki, Ndlozi, Rasebotja, Shandu, Ndah

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Nkosiyabuya Sithole

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Nkosiyabuya Sithole, a young and rising sports journalist based in Durban, South Africa, harbors a deep passion for football. Nevertheless, he aspires to become a well-rounded journalist, adept in various areas of the field.