Ted Dumitru: “I don’t think that Orlando Pirates have been truly tested in this competition and their 3-0 win over Al Ahly is misleading. “People shouldn’t take that result against Al Ahly and believe that they will reach the Final, that will be a mistake. “The truth is, Al Ahly played that match under difficult circumstances because of Ramadan and that seriously affected them. Their energy level was very low. The next match against Zamalek will be difficult for Pirates but I personally believe that the true test will come against Leopards in Congo.” “The issue of a team being inactive must be looked at in two ways. As much as it might affect you it can also help you because you come to match fresh. “I think Zamalek have the experience to deal with this and they are more careful of Pirates after watching the Al Ahly match. At the same time Pirates are not fresh and they have been affected by injuries. So this will be a tough match. “If Pirates can play like the Pirates of old and dominate ball possession they can win the match. The most important thing is that they must not allow Zamalek space and ball possession. “I’ve played against Egyptian teams and they are quick on the ball. If Pirates can do that, they can win this match.” The Buccaneers take on Egyptian giants Zamalek in the third Group A match on Saturday at Orlando Stadium.
Posted on: Sat, 17 Aug 2013 08:24:24 +0000
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