Will Pedersen Feature for Orlando Pirates FC on Saturday?
Orlando Pirates FC head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has confirmed that new signing Sebastian Pedersen is unlikely to feature in the matchday squad for Saturday's match against Milford FC due to ongoing work permit delays and administrative clearances.
Why it matters for Orlando Pirates FC
The Buccaneers will kick-start the defence of their Betway Premiership league title against newly-promoted Milford FC this Saturday. The highly anticipated clash is scheduled to get underway at 15:30 CAT at the Orlando Amstel Arena.
What comes next?
The technical team will have to be patient regarding Pedersen's official debut. Speaking at the official Betway Premiership launch on Wednesday, Ouaddou explained that while the forward is an essential asset for their upcoming campaign, they will have to wait for the Scandinavian's paperwork to be finalised.
Orlando Pirates FC will rely on their remaining attacking options, like Evidence Makgopa and Yanela Mbuthuma, to secure maximum points in their season opener. The clinical one-touch finisher was snapped up on a two-year contract from Sogndal Fotball, a club campaigning in the Norwegian First Division.
What happened to Pedersen?
Pedersen was officially unveiled by the Soweto giants on Sunday. However, it is highly unlikely that he will feature in the matchday squad for Saturday's match against Milford FC. Ouaddou confirmed that the 27-year-old Norwegian striker is not yet ready for selection due to ongoing work permit delays and administrative clearances.
What's next for Pedersen?
The technical team waits for the Scandinavian's paperwork to be finalised before considering him for selection. Ouaddou explained that while the forward is an essential asset for their upcoming campaign, they will have to be patient regarding his official debut.
What's the impact on Orlando Pirates FC?
The Buccaneers will rely on their remaining attacking options to secure maximum points in their season opener. The technical team will have to be patient regarding Pedersen's official debut, but they are confident that he will be an essential asset for their upcoming campaign.
What's the latest on Pedersen's transfer?
Pedersen was officially unveiled by the Soweto giants on Sunday. However, it is highly unlikely that he will feature in the matchday squad for Saturday's match against Milford FC. Ouaddou confirmed that the 27-year-old Norwegian striker is not yet ready for selection due to ongoing work permit delays and administrative clearances.
