Why? You may ask.well, for or the following reasons:
1. Domestic glory first
Its been a long time since Pirates have won the league in South Africa – eight years back in 2012. Until they won the MTN8 final two weekends ago against Bloemfontein Celtic, Bucs had not won any trophies for six years.
Boosted by the MTN8 win, and with some very good signings made ahead of the season, this seems to be a Sea Robbers side on the up. Certainly they appear to be defending league champions Mamelodi Sundowns’ biggest threat.
Sundowns meanwhile have parted ways with head coach Pitso Mosimane and have made a lot of changes to their squad. It s no secret that the Chloorkop side want to add to the Caf Champions League title of 2016, and if they go to the latter stages, it could come at a cost to their domestic form. If that happens, Pirates should be ready to pounce and take advantage of any Downs slip up.