The Buccaneers have played three less games than league leaders Mamelodi Sundowns so far this season. This has contributed to Orlando Pirates falling 12 points behind the Brazilians in second place. Head coach Jose Riveiro has admitted that they need to make the most of these games in hand, otherwise they become pointless.
The Spaniard is correct as The Buccaneers are now under pressure to win these matches if they are to stay close to Masandawana in the title race.“We have the three games [in hand], but we have to convert those games into points, otherwise it means nothing, and this is a personal answer, ok,” Riveiro spoke after victory over Cape Town City on Saturday afternoon.“So, I would like for all of us to be on the same number of games, so we really know where we are because it’s a dangerous picture to see for all of us, that the top of the table [team] is nine or 10 or 12 points ahead of us when it’s not totally real.
“There’s still a possibility to get close, but we have to work hard to make it possible, but it’s still possible.” He added.While Riveiro acknowledges the importance of winning these games, the club faces a major hurdle in the form of fixture congestion.
ORLANDO PIRATES WILL STRUGGLE WITH FIXTURE CONGESTIONThe Buccaneers certainly have the required skillset to make the most of their games in hand in terms of their quality. However, although the rescheduled dates of the fixtures have not yet been confirmed, they are certain to be schedule.
