Orlando Pirates vs Sekhukhune United FC, 2026-27 South African Premiership
· South African Premiership
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Match Commentary
- 36': Boitumelo Radiopane (Orlando Pirates) Goal at 36'
- 46': Lehlohonolo Mojela (Sekhukhune United FC) Yellow Card at 46'
- 59': Kabelo Kgositlile (Orlando Pirates) Substitution at 59'
- 62': Oswin Appollis (Orlando Pirates) Goal at 62'
- 63': Thabo Nkwana (Sekhukhune United FC) Substitution at 63'
- 63': Tshepo Mokoane (Sekhukhune United FC) Substitution at 63'
- 67': Thabo Nkwana (Sekhukhune United FC) Yellow Card at 67'
- 75': Oageng Phiri (Sekhukhune United FC) Substitution at 75'
- 75': Karabo Tlaka (Sekhukhune United FC) Substitution at 75'
- 75': Simphiwe Selepe (Orlando Pirates) Substitution at 75'
- 75': Bohlale Ngwato (Orlando Pirates) Substitution at 75'
- 75': Sebastian Pedersen (Orlando Pirates) Substitution at 75'
- 82': Thabang Mahlangu (Sekhukhune United FC) Substitution at 82'
- 84': Matome Mmolai (Orlando Pirates) Substitution at 84'
- 90': Sbangani Zulu (Orlando Pirates) Yellow Card at 90'
- 90'+5': Siyabonga Ndlozi (Sekhukhune United FC) Yellow Card at 90'+5'
Statistics
 SEK |
ORL |
|
|---|---|---|
| 18 | Fouls | 10 |
| 3 | Yellow Cards | 1 |
| 0 | Red Cards | 0 |
| 0 | Offsides | 3 |
| 5 | Corner Kicks | 2 |
| 2 | Saves | 6 |
| 49.9 | Possession | 50.1 |
| 13 | SHOTS | 10 |
| 6 | ON GOAL | 4 |
| 0.5 | On Target % | 0.4 |
| 0 | Penalty Goals | 0 |
| 0 | Penalty Kicks Taken | 0 |
| 364 | Accurate Passes | 372 |
| 443 | Passes | 459 |
| 0.8 | 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 | 3 |
| 11 | Effective Tackles | 13 |
| 18 | Tackles | 23 |
| 0.6 | Tackle % | 0.6 |
| 0 | Interceptions | 0 |
| 0 | Effective Clearances | 0 |
| 16 | Clearances | 20 |
Game Information
Venue: Orlando Stadium
Location: Johannesburg, 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
Orlando Pirates (4-2-3-1)
| No. | Name |
|---|---|
| 24 | Sipho Chaine (GK) |
| 37 | Sbangani Zulu  |
| 6 | Lebone Seema |
| 7 | Deon Hotto |
| 36 | Kamogelo Sebelebele |
| 48 | Simphiwe Masilela |
| 29 | Mthetheleli Mthiyane |
| 33 | Thapelo Mokobodi |
| 25 | Boitumelo Radiopane |
| 12 | Oswin Appollis |
| 45 | Daniel Msendami |
Sekhukhune United FC (4-2-3-1)
| No. | Name |
|---|---|
| 30 | Melusi Nkazimulo Buthelezi (GK) |
| 4 | Daniel Cardoso |
| 28 | Tsepo Matsimbi |
| 29 | D'Angelo Shaheed Kazeem |
| 36 | Siyabonga Ndlozi |
| 21 | Lehlohonolo Mojela |
| 12 | Thato Khiba |
| 15 | Siphesihle Mkhize |
| 3 | Bright Ndlovu |
| 7 | Mokibelo Ramabu |
| 11 | Ngoanamello Rammala |
South African Premier News
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.
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.
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.