Orlando Pirates will travel to Mbombela Stadium on Sunday 30 April to take on TS Galaxy, with the imminent return of Thapelo Xoki a huge boost.
Xoki was injured against Dondol Stars in the Nedbank Cup quarter-finals, and the Pirates medical team has reported he is likely to be fit for selection.
Thembinkosi Lorch's situation is still being monitored by the medical team, and he is a doubtful starter for Sunday.
Pirates coach, Jose Riveiro will be happy with the return of his right-backs, Bandile Shandu and Craig Martin. The pair have resumed full training with the team.
While they were out, left-back Paseko Mako did a good job of filling in the right-back position.
But the return of Shandu and Martin, will give Pirates more balance and options at right-back, especially with the Soweto derby looming on the horizon.
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Goalkeeper, Richard Ofori, and Cameroonian forward, Bienvenu Eva Nga have also resumed full training, while Vincent Pule and veteran forward, Ndumiso Mabena could resume full training during the coming few days.
The return to action for many of the Pirates players comes at a crucial time when depth will be key.
Bucs are competing for their second trophy of the season in the Nedbank Cup, as well as in the Dstv Premiership for the Caf Champions League spot.
