Riveiro confident in Buccaneers’ squad depth
The Citizen|September 20, 2024
With games coming thick and fast, Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro (right) believes that he has enough players in his squad to compete in all the competitions that the club is involved in.
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Riveiro confident in Buccaneers’ squad depth

Following their convincing 2-0 victory over Jwaneng Galaxy FC in the first leg of the Caf Champions League second preliminary round in Gaborone last weekend, Pirates had to come back from a goal down to edge Chippa United 2-1 in a Betway Premiership clash at Orlando on Wednesday.

The Buccaneers played in patches against the Chilli Boys and after that unconvincing win, questions have been raised on whether Jose Riveiro has enough depth in his squad to compete in all competitions, including the Champions League. Riveiro says he does.

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