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Ndah Set To Be Out For Extended Period

  • October 16, 2024
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Ndah Set To Be Out For Extended Period

Orlando Pirates have confirmed that defender Olisa Ndah will be sidelined for an extended period due to a knee injury.

Ndah, who missed the MTN8 final victory over Stellenbosch FC two weeks ago, suffered the injury during a match against Polokwane City at Orlando Stadium on 24 September. Initial assessments indicated a knee injury, but further tests revealed a more serious tibia fracture.

The Bucs medical department has ruled Ndah out for the remainder of the year, and the decision regarding surgery is still pending.

Pirates said in a statement on Wednesday: “The Nigerian international who missed out on playing the MTN8 final after suffering an injury in the league match against Polokwane City, is expected to be out on the sidelines for a lengthy spell.  

“The Bucs medical department has confirmed that the 26-year-old has suffered a tibia fracture. Due to the location and nature of the injury; the decision on surgery is not straightforward but based on this type of injury, Ndah has been ruled out for the rest of the year.” 

In addition to Ndah’s injury, the medical department provided updates on other players in recovery: 

Thalente Mbatha 

Continues to undergo rehabilitation regarding the injury he suffered in Pirates 3-1 win over Stellenbosch FC in the MTN8. The Bucs medical team will continue to monitor his progress this week before clearing him to return to full training. 

Bandile Shandu 

Has started full training with the team. He has also begun playing 35 minutes for friendly matches. This load will increase every week until he reaches 90 minutes without feeling any discomfort. 

Tapelo Xoki 

Has been cleared to return to full training, with focus on agility drills before being allowed to participate in friendly matches. 

Goodman Mosele 

Is currently undergoing intermediate rehabilitation phase. He has started jogging and the team has slowly introduced heavy loaded weight training. 

Zakhele Lepasa 

Like Mosele, Lepasa is also currently undergoing intermediate rehabilitation phase. He has started running on the field and strength training. 

Thabiso Lebitso 

Has started running as part of his progression. Scheduled to start plyometric training as of next week. 
Continues with external biokinetic training to improve strength in hamstring and quadriceps. 

Sandile Mthethwa 

Sustained an abdominal muscle strain during training. He is attending rehabilitation sessions with a visceral therapist that deals with this type of injuries. 

Ethan Visagie 

Sustained a right ankle sprain during training. Post orthopaedic consultation; conservative treatment was suggested as strategy for his recovery.  

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