Orlando Pirates legend Happy Jele backs his former club to dethrone Mamelodi Sundowns in the Betway Premiership.
Having finished second in the league twice behind Mamelodi Sundowns in the last two seasons, Pirates is backed to dethrone the Brazilians and end their stronghold on the top division league.
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Speaking to Arena Sports Show in the latest show, Jele revealed how the club’s new signing will improve the club and, in turn, end Sundowns’ dominance in the league.
“I think Pirates is capable of taking the league this season,” Jele stated on Arena Sports Show.
“I was so impressed with the way they played in the first game of the season and the pre-season in Spain, I have been watching their games.
“There’s a little bit of change and improvements from last season at Pirates. They have got a couple of players that they have signed, which are good players and will help the team.”
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The former South African international also expects Cape Town City, Stellenbosch, and Supersport United to be competitive and challenge the top two clubs.
“To be honest, it’s going to be a different season,” Jele added.
“I’m looking at Cape Town City and the way they played. I’m looking at SuperSport, the way they played against Pirates, and they are going to be a dangerous team.
“Stellies have been developing in these previous seasons and are consistent about the results.”
While he went on to add that he expects Sundowns to also fight to keep their success in the league going.
“Sundowns, yes, they have had a change of coaches, but the players are still there. It’s the same players, and we can’t judge them now and say they won’t win the league, but obviously, we want the change.
“The change needs to happen. It’s been a while since Sundowns have dominated the league,” Jele concluded.