Orlando Pirates midfielder Cemran Dansin has shared his experiece on captaining the team during their pre-season match against Spanish side Las Palmas.
The 21-year-old captained the Buccaneers to a 1-0 win, with Boitumelo Radiopane scoring a late goal.
“It was nice, we started a bit slow, got into the game including the new players who still need to gel,” said Dansin told ex-Pirates star Michael Morton.
“So, we got comfortable as the game went on. Towards the end of first half, we started understanding [each other], creating chances and getting into the game.
“I think we could have killed the game in the first half, looking at the chances we created. I feel like we had more chances than opponents, so we deserved a win.”
Dansin impresses for Pirates in pre-season
After captaining the team to a win, Dnasin, thanked senior players for guiding youngsters.
“Obviously, Pirates believe in giving young players opportunities, when you’re given one, you should always do your best,” he added.
“There are many leaders in the team, and we learn from them, try and grow and better every time.”
Pirates have concluded their pre-seaon tour in Spain having played five matches. With two defeats, two wins and a draw, Abdeslam Ouaddou should be pleased with how the preparations went.
A long season awaits with five competitions to contest. The Buccaneers host newcomers Milford FC at the Orlando Amstel Arena next Saturday hoping to start the league season with a win.
Pirates have already signed seven players ahead of the new season but have been linked with Polokwane City defender Thabang Matuludi. It remains to be seen if the Buccaneers can pull off the move like they did with Oswin Appollis last year.