Orlando Pirates Face African Stars in CAF Champions League Qualifier

Orlando Pirates will begin their CAF Champions League second preliminary round campaign away to Namibia’s African Stars on Saturday, with the first leg scheduled for Gaborone, Botswana.

Why the fixture matters

The tie represents Pirates’ next step in the qualifying rounds of Africa’s leading club competition. A positive result in Botswana would give the South African side a platform ahead of the return leg against African Stars.

Match Competition Round Venue Date
African Stars vs Orlando Pirates CAF Champions League Second preliminary round, first leg Gaborone, Botswana Saturday

What remains to be decided

The outcome of the two-legged contest will determine which club progresses from the second preliminary round.

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