Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro stopped short of labelling Stellenbosch FC favourites, for the MTN8 final at Moses Mabhida Stadium, in Durban, on Saturday.
Though Pirates had the better of Stellenbosch in the MTN8 over two legs last season on their way to winning the competition for a second time in a row, the Soweto Giants did not fare quite as well against their opponents in league meetings.
In the league, Stellies beat Pirates twice and its not something that Riveiro can easily forget.
In fact, for Pirates fans it may even play into their teams hands as they might be more motivated to get one back on their tricky foes, especially with a trophy on the line.
We respect them big timeWe have to accept Stellenbosch the way they are. We respect them big time, Riveiro said.
