Orlando Pirates close gap on Sundowns after fifth straight win

In South African football, Orlando Pirates have extended their winning streak to five consecutive Betway Premiership matches following a 2-0 victory over Marumo Gallants. Goals from Kabelo Kgositsile and Nkosinathi Sibisi moved the Buccaneers within one point of league leaders Mamelodi Sundowns. Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou praised the team’s efficiency and defensive solidity.

Other Betway Premiership results include Sekhukhune United securing a dramatic 3-2 win against Richards Bay, AmaZulu claiming their third successive victory with a 1-0 win over Polokwane City, and Stellenbosch edging Kruger United 1-0.

In the MTN Eswatini Premier League, Ezulwini United defeated Amawele 3-0, while the opening match between Mbabane Highlanders AM and Green Mamba ended in a 0-0 draw.