Last in action for Orlando Pirates in Caf Champions League

Saleng was last in action for Pirates on December 7 when they hosted Al Ahly in a Caf Champions League match at Orlando Stadium, which ended in a goalless draw.

Saleng, however, was selected for Bafana Bafana in their African Nations Championship (Chan) qualifier in Bloemfontein last week and, by all accounts, delivered a top performance.

The fact that Saleng did not miss a step for Bafana showed that there was certainly no injury cloud hanging over his head, and that he has continued his training to keep his fitness levels up.

According to a FARPost article last week, Pirates have extended Saleng’s contract at the club for another two years. Saleng’s contract was set to expire in June, and therefore the timing of the issue made sense after he initially signed a three-year deal when he first joined the side.

It’s come to a point now. If Saleng is staying at the club, he simply needs to play. Pirates take on Stellenbosch FC in Cape Town in a Betway Premiership clash on Tuesday evening, and one would hope that Saleng makes a way-overdue return.

@Michael_Sherman

IOL Sport

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