Preview:
Orlando Pirates faced SuperSport United at the Premier League of South Africa on October 22. The match kicked off at 18:30 UTC and ended with Orlando Pirates claiming a 2-0 victory.
Evidence Makgopa opened the scoring in the 2nd minute, followed by a goal from Deon Hotto to seal the 2-0 win for Pirates.
This is the second meeting between Orlando Pirates (also known as Orlando Pirates FC) and SuperSport United (often referred to as Supersport Utd) in just three months, after Pirates triumphed 3-1 in their last encounter during the 8 Cup. Orlando Pirates are coming into this match on the back of a defeat against Magesi on October 19.
SuperSport United, on the other hand, are preparing for this match after suffering two consecutive defeats against Kaizer Chiefs and Cape Town City. They need to address defensive issues, as they’ve conceded goals in their last four consecutive away matches.
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Line-Ups:
We are updating team formations and line-ups for Orlando Pirates vs SuperSport United in real time.
Orlando Pirates:
I. Sipho Chaine
II. Deon Hotto
III. Nkosinathi Sibisi
IV. Thabiso Sesane
V. Deano Van Rooyen
VI. Makhehlene Makhaula
VII. Thalente Mbatha (subbed off 67’ for Kabelo Dlamini)
VIII. Relebohile Mofokeng
IX. Evidence Makgopa (subbed off 78’ for Tshegofatso Mabasa)
X. Mohau Nkota (subbed off 67’ for Innocent Maela)
XI. Patrick Maswanganyi (subbed off 86’ for Selaelo Rasebotja)
Bench:
XII. Thuso Moleleki
XIII. Kabelo Dlamini
XIV. Katlego Otladisa
XV. Ndabayithethwa Ndlondlo
XVI. Tshegofatso Mabasa
XVII. James Monyane
XVIII. Innocent Maela
XIX. Selaelo Rasebotja
XX. Melusi Buthelezi
SuperSport United:
I. Ricardo Goss
II. Neo Rapoo
III. Pogiso Sanoka
IV. Thulani Hlatshwayo
V. Nyiko Mobbie
VI. Maliele Pule (subbed off 87’ for Thabang Mahlangu)
VII. Brooklyn Poggenpoel (subbed off 53’ for Keanin Ayer Boya)
VIII. Siphesihle Ndlovu
IX. Lyle Lakay (subbed off 53’ for Ime Okon)
X. Tashreeq Morris (subbed off 82’ for Nokutenda Mangezi)
XI. Terrence Dzvukamanja (subbed off 53’ for Donay Jansen)
Bench:
XII. Nokutenda Mangezi
XIII. Ime Okon
XIV. Thakasani Mbanjwa
XV. Eric Mbangossoum
XVI. Thabang Mahlangu
XVII. Keanin Ayer Boya
XVIII. Donay Jansen
XIX. Aphiwe Baliti
XX. Bilal Baloyi
Yellow Cards:
I. Pogiso Sanoka (SuperSport United)
II. Ime Okon (SuperSport United)
III. Thabiso Sesane (Orlando Pirates)
IV. Keanin Ayer Boya (SuperSport United)
V. Makhehlene Makhaula (Orlando Pirates)
Stats:
| Stat | Orlando Pirates | SuperSport United |
|---|---|---|
| Ball Possession | 58% | 42% |
| Expected Goals | 1 | 0 |
| Shots on Target | 3 | 5 |
| Total Attempts | 17 | 8 |
| Saves | 5 | 1 |
| Corners | 4 | 0 |
| Fouls | 9 | 12 |
| Free Kicks | 16 | 12 |
| Throw-Ins | 22 | 37 |
Head-to-Head:
Orlando Pirates and SuperSport United have met 5 times since August 2022. Orlando Pirates have won twice, 2 matches ended in a draw, while SuperSport United have won once. The most recent match between them was on August 3, 2024, during the 8 Cup of South Africa where Orlando Pirates won 3-1.
| Date | Competition | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 3, 2024 | 8 Cup | Orlando Pirates 3 – 1 SuperSport United |
| May 25, 2024 | Premier League | Orlando Pirates 1 – 1 SuperSport United |
| Dec 23, 2023 | Premier League | SuperSport United 3 – 1 Orlando Pirates |
| Mar 18, 2023 | Premier League | Orlando Pirates 1 – 0 SuperSport United |
| Aug 21, 2022 | Premier League | SuperSport United 0 – 0 Orlando Pirates |
Recent Form:
Orlando Pirates:
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 19, 2024 | Magesi | Lost 2-3 |
| Oct 5, 2024 | Stellenbosch | Won 3-1 |
| Sep 29, 2024 | Richards Bay | Won 1-0 |
| Sep 24, 2024 | Polokwane City | Won 3-0 |
| Sep 21, 2024 | Jwaneng Galaxy | Won 1-0 |
| Sep 18, 2024 | Chippa United | Won 2-1 |
SuperSport United:
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 19, 2024 | Kaizer Chiefs | Lost 0-4 |
| Sep 28, 2024 | Cape Town City | Lost 0-1 |
| Sep 25, 2024 | TS Galaxy | Won 1-0 |
| Sep 17, 2024 | Mamelodi Sundowns | Lost 0-2 |
| Aug 3, 2024 | Orlando Pirates | Lost 1-3 |
| Jul 22, 2024 | Royal AM | Draw 0-0 |