Rhulani Mokwena says Orlando Pirates will go about their business as usual in preparation for the Soweto Derby against Kaizer Chiefs, but admits that he feels privileged to be part of the spectacle.

Under the guidance of Milutin Sredojevic and Mokwena, the Buccaneers have managed to turn their fortunes around and now find themselves in second place, four points adrift of table-toppers Mamelodi Sundowns.

Despite the magnitude of the clash, Mokwena admits that the Soweto Giants have not changed their preparations.

‘Our preparation has been normal. We’ve looked at what we did previously, analyses of our opponents and now we are putting together our tactical approach,’ he said at a press conference on Monday.

‘We’ve put our guys through recovery, those that played yesterday, and the other guys who haven’t played also need to be physically ready, so we are all working together on that.

‘It’s a big game, sure, but our preparation is not so different than any other game. We treat them all as importantly.

‘The derby holds special memories, especially growing up close to Orlando Stadium.

‘There’s always an energy about this game, so being part of it and being even closer is a massive privilege,’ he concluded.

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