Pirates draw Tanzanian giants Simba in Caf Confederation Cup quarters

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Orlando Pirates will have to get past Tanzanian giants Simba SC in the quarterfinals of the Caf Confederation Cup after the draw was made on Tuesday afternoon.

The Soweto giants wrapped up the group stages of the Confed Cup with a 0-0 draw against Al-Ittihad to seal their progression to the next round of the competition.

The Confed Cup remains the only chance of silverware for the Buccaneers after disappointment in the league and domestic cup competitions.

In the semi-finals, the winner of the clash between Simba and Bucs will meet the winner of the quarterfinal between Al Ittihad and Ahly Tripoli. The final will be played in one leg.

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Dean Workman