An Orlando Pirates supporter has expressed frustration with Mamelodi Sundowns, accusing some of their players of using rough tackles and questionable tactics whenever the two South African giants meet on the football pitch.

The supporter believes Sundowns have repeatedly targeted some of Pirates' most influential players during their recent encounters, raising concerns about the manner in which the Tshwane giants approach matches against the Buccaneers.

According to the fan, the two teams have faced each other twice this year, and on both occasions, he believes Sundowns players have focused on stopping Pirates' most dangerous performers through physical challenges.

The supporter specifically referred to their meeting on February 18, when Jayden Adams was involved in a challenge on Relebohile Mofokeng that the fan considered extremely dangerous.

He argued that the tackle could have seriously injured the young Pirates star and questioned whether Adams was genuinely attempting to win the ball or deliberately trying to stop Mofokeng from influencing the game.

The fan also brought up the October 10 encounter, accusing Teboho Mokoena of making several rough challenges against Pirates defender Sebelebele.

According to the supporter, the challenges affected Sebelebele's involvement in the match, with the defender eventually being forced out of the game before the second half.

The fan believes these incidents are part of a pattern whenever Pirates face their biggest rivals. He feels that instead of relying entirely on their footballing ability, some Sundowns players resort to physical challenges to gain an advantage over their opponents.

He also questioned the reputation of Mokoena, arguing that he does not consider the midfielder among the best players because of what he describes as his aggressive approach during matches.

The supporter went further by suggesting that such behaviour could affect Mokoena's chances of securing a move to European football, although this remains the fan's personal opinion.

The comments have also reopened the wider debate about the intensity of the rivalry between Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns, particularly whenever both sides meet in important domestic competitions.

While physical battles are part of football, the supporter believes there should be a clear difference between playing aggressively and making challenges that could put another player's career at risk.

However, it is important to note that these are the personal views and allegations of an Orlando Pirates supporter and should not be treated as established facts about Sundowns or the players mentioned.

For the Buccaneers faithful, protecting their key players remains important as the club continues its pursuit of success.

Note: This article reflects the opinion of an Orlando Pirates fan and does not represent an established fact.

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