Orlando Pirates have outperformed Kaizer Chiefs 10 times in the past six years across all competitions.
In the league, the Buccaneers have secured five consecutive wins in the Soweto Derby and will be aiming for their sixth victory when they face off at the FNB Stadium later this month.
Their most recent encounter ended in a 3-0 victory for the Sea Robbers in February, which was described as a one-sided affair.
The upcoming match promises to be an exciting clash, as Amakhosi have improved, while the Buccaneers seek to win their first league title in 14 years.
So, why have the Pirates been more successful than the Chiefs in recent times?
Orlando Pirates consistently sign top-quality players each season, adding significant firepower to their squad.
Additionally, the Buccaneers have developed a winning mentality, particularly in cup games. Having won eight trophies in the last six years, the Pirates have established themselves as the country’s cup kings, surpassing Chiefs in that regard.
The key to the Buccaneers’ dominance in high-stakes matches has largely been their quality players.
For instance, Relebohile Mofokeng, Patrick Maswanganyi, Oswin Appollis, and Tshepang Moremi have made a considerable impact for the Sea Robbers this season.
In their 3-0 win against Amakhosi, both Moremi and Appollis scored after joining Pirates this season.
On the other hand, Chiefs have struggled to inspire their new signings and often find it challenging to establish effective combinations on the field.
Will Chiefs catch up to Pirates?
Amakhosi are looking to secure third place and qualify for the CAF Confederation Cup. With nine matches to go and games in hand, it looks more likely that the Glamour Boys will finish behind rivals Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates.
With good signings this coming transfer window and good coach, Chiefs could close down the gap to Pirates and Sundowns.
