Orlando Pirates missed out on the Absa Premiership title despite a double from Thembinkosi Lorch which helped guide the Soweto giants to a 3-0 win over Polokwane City in their last Absa Premiership clash of the season.
Although Mamelodi Sundowns may still be hurting from their semi-final Caf Champions League they will be receiving a multimillion-rand payday to help ease their pain, while Orlando Pirates will also receive a pretty chunk on their return to the competition.
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane has decided against commenting on the news that the PSL is appealing the outcome of the club’s disciplinary hearing saying that he doesn’t want to make more enemies.
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane believes Orlando Pirates are still in the running to win the Absa Premiership title this season.
Orlando Pirates coach Milutin Sredojevic says that mathematically speaking his side are still within a chance of lifting the Absa Premiership title at the end of the season.
Orlando Pirates suffered a potential hammer blow to their bid to win the Absa Premiership as they conceded a late equaliser to draw 2-2 with Cape Town City which handed the initiative to their title rivals Mamelodi Sundowns.
Orlando Pirates midfielder Ben Motshwari believes that his side let themselves down after conceding a late goal during their 2-2 draw against Cape Town City at Athlone Stadium on Saturday.
Cape Town City coach Benni McCarthy explain the reason for his passionate celebration against his former team Orlando Pirates on Saturday afternoon.
Orlando Pirates coach Milutin Sredojevic insists that his side paid the price for their lack of concentration in the closing stages of the match.
Orlando Pirates moved one point clear of Mamelodi Sundowns at the top of the Absa Premiership standings after claiming a 2-2 draw against Cape Town City at Athlone Stadium on Saturday, writes DYLAN APPOLIS.