Kruger United vs Orlando Pirates, 2026-27 South African Premiership
· South African Premiership0 - 4
- 4': Ghamphani Lungu (P)
- 54': Boitumelo Radiopane
- 79': Yamela Mbuthuma
- 90'+2': Yamela Mbuthuma
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Match Commentary
- 4': Ghamphani Lungu (Orlando Pirates) Penalty - Scored at 4'
- 13': Oswin Appollis (Orlando Pirates) Substitution at 13'
- 54': Boitumelo Radiopane (Orlando Pirates) Goal at 54'
- 58': Khetukuthula Ndlovu (Kruger United) Substitution at 58'
- 62': Simphiwe Selepe (Orlando Pirates) Substitution at 62'
- 62': Yamela Mbuthuma (Orlando Pirates) Substitution at 62'
- 67': Thokozani Sibanyoni (Kruger United) Substitution at 67'
- 67': Motsie Matima (Kruger United) Substitution at 67'
- 79': Yamela Mbuthuma (Orlando Pirates) Goal at 79'
- 81': Wonderboy Makhubu (Kruger United) Substitution at 81'
- 85': Mpho Padime (Orlando Pirates) Substitution at 85'
- 85': Neo Rapoo (Orlando Pirates) Substitution at 85'
- 90'+2': Yamela Mbuthuma (Orlando Pirates) Goal at 90'+2'
Statistics
 ORL |
KRU |
|
|---|---|---|
| 13 | Fouls | 18 |
| 0 | Yellow Cards | 0 |
| 0 | Red Cards | 0 |
| 0 | Offsides | 0 |
| 3 | Corner Kicks | 4 |
| 1 | Saves | 2 |
| 46.5 | Possession | 53.5 |
| 13 | SHOTS | 16 |
| 6 | ON GOAL | 2 |
| 0.5 | On Target % | 0.1 |
| 0 | Penalty Goals | 0 |
| 0 | Penalty Kicks Taken | 0 |
| 267 | Accurate Passes | 325 |
| 357 | Passes | 407 |
| 0.7 | Pass Completion % | 0.8 |
| 0 | Accurate Crosses | 0 |
| 0 | Crosses | 0 |
| 0.0 | Cross % | 0.0 |
| 0 | Long Balls | 0 |
| 0 | Accurate Long Balls | 0 |
| 0.0 | Long Balls % | 0.0 |
| 2 | Blocked Shots | 6 |
| 9 | Effective Tackles | 12 |
| 14 | Tackles | 13 |
| 0.6 | Tackle % | 0.9 |
| 0 | Interceptions | 0 |
| 0 | Effective Clearances | 0 |
| 44 | Clearances | 14 |
Game Information
Venue: Mbombela Stadium
Location: Nelspruit, South Africa
South African Premier Standings
| # | TEAM | GP | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mamelodi Sundowns | 8 | +12 | 20 |
| 2 | Orlando Pirates | 7 | +15 | 19 |
| 3 | AmaZulu | 7 | +3 | 16 |
| 4 | Kaizer Chiefs | 7 | +5 | 13 |
Line-Ups
Kruger United (4-3-1-2)
| No. | Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Fiacre Ntwari (GK) |
| 26 | Katlego Mohamme |
| 4 | Sipho Sibiya |
| 13 | Ebrahim Seedat |
| 18 | Thendo Mukumela |
| 50 | Aphiwe Mpothwe |
| 8 | Morne Nel |
| 10 | Ntsako Neverdie Makhubela |
| 44 | Tatenda Tavengwa |
| 12 | Boitumelo Malatjie |
| 7 | Mlungisi Zwane |
Orlando Pirates (4-2-3-1)
| No. | Name |
|---|---|
| 24 | Sipho Chaine (GK) |
| 37 | Sbangani Zulu |
| 6 | Lebone Seema |
| 3 | Nkosikhona Ndaba |
| 36 | Kamogelo Sebelebele |
| 33 | Thapelo Mokobodi |
| 46 | Cemran Dansin |
| 29 | Mthetheleli Mthiyane |
| 25 | Boitumelo Radiopane |
| 11 | Tshepang Moremi |
| 23 | Ghamphani Lungu |
South African Premier News
South Africa returned to the FIFA World Cup in 2026 after a 16-year absence, and since their round of 32 exit at the hands of Canada, Bafana Bafana players have secured several noteworthy moves abroad.
African champions Mamelodi Sundowns will host Saudi Pro League giants and Asian champions Al-Ahli at Loftus Versfeld in a FIFA Intercontinental Cup clash on Saturday.
Kelechi Iheanacho and Stanley Nwabali are back in the Nigeria squad, with coach Eric Chelle also recalling defenders Ola Aina and Benjamin Fredrick for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
Orlando Pirates were held to a shock 0-0 CAF Champions League draw by La Cure Waves in Mauritius last weekend, but will have home advantage for Saturday's first preliminary round second leg at Orlando Amstel Arena.
Orlando Pirates will kick off their CAF Champions League campaign with a first qualifying round clash with La Cure Waves - with the first leg taking place in Mauritius on Sunday.