Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro has provided his verdict on the performance of midfielder Katlego Otladisa who received a first league start of the season as the Bucanneers defeated Lamontville Golden Arrows on Sunday.
The Ghost made it three wins from three matches with a 2-1 victory of Abafana Bes'thende thanks to an opener from Patrick Maswanganyi and Karim Kimvuidi winner after Nduduzo Sibiya had equalized for Arrows.
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The match also saw unfamiliar start for the pre-season signing, Otladisa, who was signed ahead of the new campaign and is yet to gain the strides that made him a sought-after talent last season. Otladisa played 77 minutes and appeared to be injured when he was substituted off.
Speaking at the post-match press conference, Riveiro shared his thoughts on the attacking midfielder.
"I think Katlego is only cramping, it's been a long time since played this amount of minutes," Rivero said.
"The rhythm of the game was high but yes, like I said, for Otladisa it was his first time in the starting 11 and we contextualise his performance. For a first one, it was excellent.
"He still has a big gap to improve, and the same with Karim and with everybody else, Pirates is a quality side, we all know.
"What is important is that when they have the chance, they show that there is a reason why they are here.
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The win takes Pirates up to third on the DStv Premiership table with seven wins from 14 matches. The Sea Robbers take on SuperSport United on Saturday at Peter Mokaba Stadium on Polokwane.
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