What Orlando Pirates need to secure the title ahead of Sundowns

Orlando Pirates can smell their first Betway Premiership title in almost 14 years. However, there’s still work to be done.

Three wins will be enough for Orlando Pirates

After a 1-1 draw between Kaizer Chiefs and Sundowns, Pirates know that convincing wins in their three remaining fixtures will likely secure the title. They trail Sundowns by three points, with a game in hand, but have a favourable goal difference of +41; Sundowns’ sits at +34. Sundowns kick off first on Saturday against Siwelele, so Pirates could trail them by six points when their match with Magesi kicks off that evening. It’s going to the wire in 2025-26. If the Sea Robbers win their three matches, that will likely be adequate to secure the title. That is, unless Sundowns win their remaining fixtures against Siwelele and TS Galaxy by massive scorelines to close the goal difference gap.

Perennial champions Sundowns know how to get the job done

Until the title race is officially over, Sundowns fans will believe their side can get the job done. After all, they’ve been crowned champions for eight successive seasons. It’s funny what pressure can do to football teams. Pirates will have two games in hand on Saturday night. However, we all know that doesn’t equate to points on the board.

Remaining Sundowns fixtures

• Saturday, 9 May vs Siwelele, Loftus Versfeld – 17:30
• Saturday, 16 May vs TS Galaxy, Solomon Mahlangu Stadium – 15:00

Remaining Orlando Pirates fixtures

• Saturday, 9 May vs Magesi FC, Seshego Stadium – 20:00
• Saturday, 16 May vs Durban City, Orlando Stadium – 15:00
• Saturday, 23 May vs Orbit College, Royal Bafokeng Stadium – 15:00