Cape Town City coach Eric Tinkler expressed his disappointment after his team’s 2-0 defeat to Orlando Pirates in the DStv Premiership match at DHL Cape Town Stadium. Tinkler acknowledged that his team struggled to make an impact in attack despite fielding two strikers.
He highlighted the team’s defensive performance in the first half but admitted that they needed to improve their attacking play. Tinkler acknowledged the quality of the Pirates’ team and their ability to capitalize on their opportunities in the second half.
The defeat left Cape Town City without a victory in the DStv Premiership this year. Tinkler’s assessment of the match emphasized the need for his team to be more effective in possession and create more chances in future games.
He admitted that the change made at half-time was a gamble, and the quality of the Pirates ultimately led to their defeat. Despite the result, Tinkler indicated that he was satisfied with his team’s performance in the first half but recognized the need for improvement in key areas.