Orlando Pirates have provided a squad update ahead of their upcoming DStv Premiership fixture against Moroka Swallows at the Orlando Stadium on Tuesday.

The Buccaneers will be looking to bounce back after playing out to a goalless draw against Richards Bay at the King Goodwill Zwelithini Stadium on November 25.

They will now take on Swallows in their next match but will be without the services of Thabang Monare, who is suspended after picking up a red card against the Natal Rich Boys last time out.

On the bright side, Pirates have been boosted by the return of Makhehlene Makhaula while Innocent Maela and Sipho Chaine are nearing a full recovery.

The Sea Robbers released the following statement on the matter, which reads:

“Coach Jose Riveiro will not be able to call upon the services of midfielder Thabang Monare, who is suspended for the clash after picking up a red card over the weekend.”

“There have however been some positive developments on the injury front, with the likes of Makhehlene Makhaula who recently resumed training after a brief spell in the sidelines while Innocent Maela and Sipho Chaine are among those nearly full recovery.

“For Swallows, an opportunity could present itself for experienced players such as Tlakusani Mthethwa and Junaid Sait, who have both been absent from the starting XI over the past few weeks.”

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