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The defending Betway Premiership champions opened Orlando Pirates began their 2026/27 campaign Betway Premiership title defence on 1 August with a 2‑0 victory win over newly promoted Milford at the Orlando Amstel Arena. Oswin Appollis scored opened the scoring from a long‑range free‑kick and Tshepang Moremi added a late winner, giving the Pirates a positive start to their title defence after ending Mamelodi Sundowns’ eight‑year dominance the previous season. winner. Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou praised the performance but performance, warned the media not to over‑hype against over‑hyping 21‑year‑old prospect Cemran Dansin, stressing that the youngster still needs work. He also Dansin and highlighted tactical adjustments changes made at halftime that helped secure the win. Off the pitch, Orlando Pirates halftime. The club also launched a new retail store at the Mall of Africa in Midrand, offering official kits and merchandise as the club prepares they prepare for the domestic season matches and upcoming CAF Champions League fixtures. Former captain Happy Jele urged supporters not to place excessive pressure on the side, noting the physical and mental strain of balancing league, cup and continental commitments and the extensive travel involved. New signing 20‑year‑old left‑back Neo Rapoo, recruited from Siwelele, made his debut at the Amstel Arena and praised the familiar environment and senior teammates for easing his transition. Other PSL clubs also began opened their seasons, seasons as well, with Kaizer Chiefs winning beating Kruger United 3‑1 at Mbombela Stadium and Polokwane City edging Richards Bay 2‑1.