Afrigather Each tied on the high, Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns’ is arguably essentially the most anticipated fixture on the SPL calendar.
Each outfits have began the season completely—three wins from three—however just one facet will elevate the trophy when the Betway Premiership concludes on 24 Might 2025.
Will or not it’s a record-extending eighth title in a row for Mamelodi Sundowns’? Or will the Buccaneers declare their first championship in 12 long-awaited years?
Star Boys for Orlando Pirates
The mix of six objectives and two clear sheets in three video games means that the Soweto Giants are as stable on the again as they’re on the entrance, and whereas that is true, some gamers are shining brighter than others.
Enter 19-year-old sensation Relebohile Mofokeng, who loves dancing move defenders. On the other flank, you’ll discover Monnapule Saleng, who, together with Proof Makgopa, already has two objectives in his 2024/25 Betway Premiership marketing campaign.
Behind the attacking line are Bafana Bafana’s Thalente Mbatha, a dynamic box-to-box midfielder with a eager eye for purpose, and the always-productive Thabiso Sesane.
Star Boys for Mamelodi Sundowns
Newly signed Iqraam Rayners has settled in properly, scoring three objectives in three video games. He and teammate Lucas Ribeiro Costa are the league’s high goal-scorers heading into the worldwide break.
Ribeiro was phenomenal in opposition to Kaizer Chiefs final weekend, as was 26-year-old Tashreeq Matthews, who’s already bagged one purpose and 4 assists. The pacey winger has been a revelation this season, answering the critics for what many imagine was a lacklustre 2023/24 season.
On the opposite facet of the pitch, Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams ensures the Brazilians are secure between the sticks. A few of you might bear in mind his penalty heroics in opposition to Cape Verde within the 2024 African Cup of Nations quarterfinal.
Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns: When is it?
Rhulani Mokwena’s Brazilians versus Jose Riveiro’s Pirates, Matthews versus Saleng, Ribeiro versus Mofokeng, it’s set to be a traditional.
Their first match might be at Sundowns’ Loftus Versfeld Stadium on 11 January 2025, and they’ll meet once more at Orlando Stadium on 15 March 2025.
There’s lots to stay up for in what may very well be title-deciding matches, however, for now, they’ve each received video games to play – let’s see how they’re fairing within the new yr.
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