Bad news for Orlando Pirates fans. Three key defenders will miss the MTN8 semifinal against Betway Premiership champions Mamelodi Sundowns.

Bad news for Orlando Pirates fans – right-back Deano Van Rooyen won’t face Mamelodi Sundowns in the MTN8 after an injury against Stellenbosch FC.

Bad news for Orlando Pirates fans – right-back Deano Van Rooyen won’t face Mamelodi Sundowns in the MTN8 after an injury against Stellenbosch FC.

Orlando Pirates will host Mamelodi Sundowns in the MTN8 semi-final on Saturday afternoon without several key players .

Orlando Pirates will host Mamelodi Sundowns in the MTN8 semi-final on Saturday afternoon without several key players .

Orlando Stadium will be abuzz on Saturday as Orlando Pirates welcome rivals Mamelodi Sundowns for the first leg of their MTN8 semi-final tie.

Orlando Stadium will be abuzz on Saturday as Orlando Pirates welcome rivals Mamelodi Sundowns for the first leg of their MTN8 semi-final tie.

Orlando Pirates have good news on Olisa Ndah but Deano van Rooyen and captain Nkosinathi Sibisi remain doubtful for the Betway Premiership giants.

Orlando Pirates have good news on Olisa Ndah but Deano van Rooyen and captain Nkosinathi Sibisi remain doubtful for the Betway Premiership giants.

Orlando Pirates will have to find a way past Mamelodi Sundowns without some of their experienced players, including their captain.