Orlando Pirates fans can smell the Betway Premiership title. However, they might need to wait a little longer for it to be confirmed.
Pirates are almost there
After Sundowns’ 3-2 defeat at TS Galaxy on Wednesday, Pirates need just four points from their two remaining fixtures to mathematically guarantee the title. Even three points could do it, but four would make it a sure thing. The Brazilians finish the campaign on 68 points, while Pirates sit on 65 points with two games to play. Four more points from their remaining fixtures would guarantee a first league crown since 2012, and even three points might be enough, provided Pirates don’t lose by more than seven goals in the other fixture. They currently sit on a goal difference of +44, while Sundowns’ is +36. The Buccaneers won’t be entertaining the idea of a heavy defeat; their three league losses this term have all come by a single goal.
Sea Robbers fans must wait until the 23rd of May for the title to be officially wrapped up. Next up is a home clash with Durban City on Saturday, 16 May.
These are their remaining fixtures:
- Saturday, 16 May vs Durban City, Orlando Stadium – 15:00
- Saturday, 23 May vs Orbit College, Royal Bafokeng Stadium – 15:00
Cardoso claims PSL has helped Orlando Pirates
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has lamented his side’s congested fixture schedule. The Portuguese boss feels as though this will contribute to the Sea Robbers sealing their first league crown in 14 years.
