Magesi FC vs Orlando Pirates, 2025-26 South African Premiership
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Match Commentary
- 1': Sphelele Majola (Magesi FC) Yellow Card at 1'
- 8': Patrick Maswanganyi (Orlando Pirates) Goal at 8'
- 15': Kamogelo Sebelebele (Orlando Pirates) Goal at 15'
- 45': Nyakala Raphadu (Magesi FC) Substitution at 45'
- 45': Tlou Tholang Masegela (Magesi FC) Substitution at 45'
- 60': Oswin Appollis (Orlando Pirates) Penalty - Scored at 60'
- 61': Yamela Mbuthuma (Orlando Pirates) Substitution at 61'
- 62': Cemran Dansin (Orlando Pirates) Substitution at 62'
- 72': Bafedile Baloyi (Magesi FC) Substitution at 72'
- 72': Levy Mashiane (Magesi FC) Substitution at 72'
- 82': Daniel Msendami (Orlando Pirates) Substitution at 82'
- 82': Andre De Jong (Orlando Pirates) Substitution at 82'
- 84': Thato Mpati (Magesi FC) Substitution at 84'
- 86': Abdoulaye Fousseyni Mariko (Orlando Pirates) Substitution at 86'
- 87': John Mokone (Magesi FC) Yellow Card at 87'
Statistics
 ORL |
MAG |
|
|---|---|---|
| 11 | Fouls | 10 |
| 0 | Yellow Cards | 2 |
| 0 | Red Cards | 0 |
| 0 | Offsides | 0 |
| 4 | Corner Kicks | 2 |
| 1 | Saves | 3 |
| 66.1 | Possession | 33.9 |
| 15 | SHOTS | 4 |
| 6 | ON GOAL | 1 |
| 0.4 | On Target % | 0.3 |
| 2 | Penalty Goals | 0 |
| 1 | Penalty Kicks Taken | 0 |
| 0 | Accurate Passes | 0 |
| 0 | Passes | 0 |
| 0.0 | Pass Completion % | 0.0 |
| 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 |
| 5 | Blocked Shots | 0 |
| 0 | Effective Tackles | 0 |
| 0 | Tackles | 0 |
| 0.0 | Tackle % | 0.0 |
| 0 | Interceptions | 0 |
| 0 | Effective Clearances | 0 |
| 0 | Clearances | 0 |
Game Information
Venue: Peter Mokaba Stadium
Location: Polokwane, 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
Magesi FC (4-1-4-1)
| No. | Name |
|---|---|
| 24 | Mbali Tshabalala (GK) |
| 3 | Mzwandile Buthelezi |
| 4 | Tshepo Makgoga |
| 80 | Sphelele Majola  |
| 8 | John Mokone |
| 49 | Diteboho Mofokeng |
| 22 | Kabelo Mahlasela |
| 36 | Sibusiso Magaqa |
| 7 | Khonadzeo Muvhango |
| 38 | Abbey Junior Seseane |
| 40 | Kgomotso Mosadi |
Orlando Pirates (4-2-3-1)
| No. | Name |
|---|---|
| 24 | Sipho Chaine (GK) |
| 5 | Nkosinathi Sibisi |
| 33 | Lebone Seema |
| 7 | Deon Hotto |
| 36 | Kamogelo Sebelebele |
| 28 | Patrick Maswanganyi |
| 8 | Makhehlene Makhaula |
| 16 | Thalente Mbatha |
| 17 | Evidence Makgopa |
| 12 | Oswin Appollis |
| 38 | Relebohile Mofokeng |
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.