Orlando Pirates' strength: Marumo Gallants lose key players ahead of Buccaneers clash! | OneFootball

Marumo Gallants lose key players before facing Pirates

Orlando Pirates' strength: Marumo Gallants lose key players ahead of Buccaneers clash!

Marumo Gallants will face Orlando Pirates tomorrow, Tuesday, and press reports indicate that Gallants will lose one of their most important players in the midfield position, Edgar Manaka, who received a red card in their first match of the season in the Betway Premiership for the 2025-26 season, when they defeated Richards Bay 2-1.

Orlando Pirates' disappointing start to the season continued with a narrow 1-0 loss to Sekhukhune United at Orlando Stadium. The Buccaneers now face another challenge against Marumo Gallants, who will be missing their influential captain Edgar Manaka due to suspension.

The veteran midfielder received a red card in Gallants' previous encounter, forcing him to sit out two crucial matches. His absence leaves a noticeable gap in midfield, particularly concerning given his impressive contributions last season - 30 appearances, 4 goals, and 2 assists across all competitions.

Elsewhere in the league, Stellenbosch FC will feel the absence of new signing Siviwe Nkwali after the defender's dismissal in their 2-0 defeat to Kaizer Chiefs. The former Cape Town Spurs player, who joined on a free transfer this window, will miss their midweek fixture due to suspension.