Orlando Pirates are now seemingly the title favourites after Sundowns beat Kaizer Chiefs. However, there’s a spanner in the works.
Pirates are favourites, but games in hand don’t equate to points
After a 1-1 draw between Kaizer Chiefs and Sundowns, Pirates know that convincing wins in their three remaining fixtures will likely secure the title. They trail Sundowns by three points, with a game in hand, but have a favourable goal difference of +41. Sundowns’ goal difference sits at +34. The Brazilians kick off first on Saturday against Siwelele, so Pirates could trail them by six points when their match with Magesi kicks off that evening. It’s going to the wire in 2025-26. We’ll certainly see what Pirates are made of if Sundowns manage to heap some scoreboard pressure onto the Sea Robbers this weekend.
Sundowns know what it takes, Orlando Pirates have work to do
Until the title race is officially over, Sundowns fans will believe their side can get the job done. After all, they’ve been crowned champions for eight successive seasons. It’s funny what pressure can do to football teams. Pirates will have two games in hand on Saturday night. However, we all know that doesn’t equate to points on the board.
