Orlando Pirates defeated Stellenbosch FC 2-0 in the Betway Premiership on May 4, 2026, at a sold-out Athlone Stadium. This victory keeps their title hopes alive as they close in on Mamelodi Sundowns.
The match featured two goals from Orlando Pirates. Evidence Makgopa opened the scoring, followed by Patrick Maswanganyi’s second goal. This win brought Orlando Pirates within two points of Mamelodi Sundowns.
Goalkeeper Chaine registered his 18th clean sheet of the league campaign during this match. However, Stellenbosch FC faced a setback when Thapelo Mokobodi was stretchered off with an injury in the 27th minute.
Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou praised the team’s mental fortitude after the match. He stated, “This victory serves as a definitive statement of intent to their title rivals.” The match was crucial for both teams with only three matches remaining in the season.
Stellenbosch FC’s Tshegofatso Mabasa was unavailable for selection due to loan restrictions. This absence affected their performance against a strong Orlando Pirates side.
The stakes are high as Orlando Pirates continue their pursuit of the PSL title. They must capitalize on every opportunity to close the gap on Mamelodi Sundowns.
