Gavin Hunt Points Out Major Problem With Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates
- Gavin Hunt has shared his thoughts on the issues Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates might face in the course of the ongoing season
- The two Soweto-based clubs have both started the season well, with Pirates winning a title already, and are also in another final
- Kaizer Chiefs are also doing well in the CAF Confederation Cup, and the Betway Premiership
Durban City head coach Gavin Hunt has outlined the major problem for Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates in the Premier Soccer League this season.
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The two Soweto-based clubs have both enjoyed strong campaigns across all competitions this season, except for Pirates, who missed out on a place in the CAF Champions League group stage after being knocked out of the tournament by Saint Eloi Lupopo.
In the Premier Soccer League, the two sides are level on 22 points, but Pirates sit second due to their superior goal difference, just three points behind defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns, who have played more matches.
Their impressive positions reflect the impact of recent transfer activity, with both clubs making significant squad overhauls in the latest window, bringing in high-quality players to bolster their teams.
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Orlando Pirates signed 11 players in the summer, including Sipho Mbule, Oswin Appollis, among others, while Kaizer Chiefs also signed almost the same number of players, with two former Bucs stars moving to Naturena.
Hunt on Chiefs and Pirates Issues
Hunt admitted that both Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates have good squads, though perhaps too large, which can make it difficult to find the right combinations on the field.
He also noted that Pirates, for example, have squads of 30 to 40 players, all of similar quality, making it hard to decide who should play and who sits out.
The South African tactician added that Chiefs face a similar challenge, with many new players and high turnover, and that supporters tend to focus on new signings each season, rather than on squad balance.
He concluded that sometimes there may be no need for signings in a particular season.
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Kaizer Chiefs have secured a place in the CAF Confederation Cup group stage and are aiming to successfully defend their Nedbank Cup title this season.
Meanwhile, Orlando Pirates are also focused on reclaiming their Nedbank Cup crown while making a strong impression in the Carling Knockout competition, where they are favourites to win ahead of the final against Marumo Gallants.
Pirates have had their investment in transfers this summer pay off earlier this season as they defeated Stellenbosch in the final of the MTN8, lifting the trophy for a record fourth successive season.
Summer signings Appollis and Tshepang Moremi were influential in the Sea Robbers' run in the MTN8, especially in the final.
Favourite team to win Carling Knockout Cup
Briefly News earlier reported that a football analyst predicted the favourite team among Orlando Pirates and Marumo Gallants to win the Carling Knockout Cup title this season.
The sports journalist also explained the reason behind his choice of favourite, and why it would be an exciting match to watch.
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