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Thabo Mngomeni: Orlando Pirates cannot afford to draw against Cape Town City

Former Orlando Pirates midfielder Thabo Mngomeni says the Buccaneers have no option but to beat Cape Town City on Saturday afternoon.

The Soweto giants a looking for their first win in the Mother City against Benni McCarthy’s men after a 2-2 draw at Orlando Stadium in the reverse fixture.

“I think Pirates must win there’s no other alternative. A win is non negotiable for the club, the supporters and the technical staff,” Mngomeni told Goal.

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Looking at previous meetings between the two sides, Pirates are yet to secure a win against the MTN8 Cup champions as they have one draw, three defeats in the Mother City out of four Premier Soccer League (PSL) games.