Mamelodi Sundowns vs Orlando Pirates

Bafana Bafana striker Evidence Makgopa is in line to make his long-awaited Orlando Pirates debut in their big DStv Premiership clash against Mamelodi ...

Makgopa was a 90th-minute substitute for Monnapule Saleng in Pirates' penalties semifinal win against Kaizer Chiefs in the friendly Black Label Cup tournament on November 12. He came on in the 87th minute for Ntsako Makhubela in the 4-0 defeat to Sundowns in the final. “A competitive debut could be on the cards for striker Evidence Makgopa who has overcome the ankle injury that delayed his involvement with the squad in the early part of the season.”

Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates is arguably the pick of the DStv Premiership fixtures as South African league football returns.

[Orlando Pirates issue big injury update ahead of Sundowns clash](https://www.thesouthafrican.com/sport/soccer/psl-south-africa/orlando-pirates-issue-big-injury-update-ahead-of-sundowns-clash-29-december-2022/) [Plan your viewing](https://www.thesouthafrican.com/sport/soccer/psl-south-africa/dstv-premiership-fixtures-plan-your-viewing-27-december-2022/) Pirates Skipper Innocent Maela and key central defender Nkosinathi Sibisi have both resumed training with the Buccaneers and are set to travel to Pretoria where they will face Masandawana. [One player Orlando Pirates cannot afford to lose](https://www.thesouthafrican.com/sport/soccer/psl-south-africa/one-player-orlando-pirates-cannot-afford-to-lose-29-december-2022/) It’s a welcome boost, considering that he’s scored 58 goals in 95 appearances throughout his career for the Brazilians. [Chiefs should sign these two Sundowns players](https://www.thesouthafrican.com/sport/soccer/psl-south-africa/junior-khanye-names-two-sundowns-players-that-kaizer-chiefs-should-sign-27-december-2022/)

The meeting of Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates will headline the return of the DStv Premiership this weekend, after an absence of almost nine weeks ...

“We’ve got a few friendlies lined up and these will help us with our fitness levels before we play that competitive match on New Year’s eve against Arrows,” said Chiefs coach Arthur Zwane. ‘Downs coach Rulani Mokwena has detailed some of the team’s preparations in what has effectively been a second pre-season: “[We will] try to also get a little bit closer to game rhythm and match intensity. SuperSport United, Kaizer Chiefs, Pirates, Chippa United, AmaZulu and Golden Arrows round out the top eight.

Deadly Mamelodi Sundowns striker Peter Shalulile has only been training for a week, but he is available for selection for their mouthwatering DStv ...

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena confirms that striker Peter Shalulile is available for selection against Orlando Pirates. 10 hours ago.

Mokwena did not confirm whether or not Shalulile will be risked against the Buccaneers. It will be the first DStv Premiership match after the World Cup break. Sundowns will welcome Jose Riveiro's Orlando Pirates at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Friday.

Mamelodi Sundowns vs Orlando Pirates match preview: TV & streaming details, ticket information, free betting tips & prediction…

Mamelodi Sundowns should win this one relatively comfortably, especially with their home advantage. Reigning champions Mamelodi Sundowns come into this on the back of an impressive run before the FIFA World Cup break. What channel is Mamelodi Sundowns vs Orlando Pirates on in the UK?

The PSL chasing pack desperately need Orlando Pirates to beat Mamelodi Sundowns in Friday's crunch league encounter at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium.

After two months without league action, the DSTV Premier League resumes as champions Mamelodi Sundowns square off against Orlando Pirates at the Loftus ...

The home side will strive to amass points before embarking on their CAF championship journey in February, and a win here is inevitable for 1.65. Jose Riveiro’s side currently sit in fifth place after enduring indifferent form in the league prior to the break, with just one win in their last five fixtures, which have yielded a total of five points. Despite their poor start to the season, the Brazilians have hit the ground running in recent games, with six wins in the last six.

Andile Jali of Mamelodi Sundowns challenged by Siphelele Luthuli of Chippa United (Gallo Images). The DStv Premiership gets under way on Friday with five mouth- ...

They lost 2-0 in their last outing against Golden Arrows on 28 October to currently occupy 16th position on the table. In their last league outing on 29 October before the break, Thwihli Thwahla were beaten 3-0 my Mamelodi Sundowns at Chatsworth Stadium. The Cape side have not won in their last four games. The goals for Stellies are likely to come from Junior Mendieta and Sinethemba Mngomezulu, who have both scored three times so far. The KZN outfit only won once in their last four games. The last time City and Royal AM faced each other in the league was on 16 April when the sides drew 1-1.

Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates' confrontation at Loftus Versfeld on Friday will mark the return of Premier Soccer League business.

They would, however, take pride in the fact that their last competitive clash with Sundowns ended in a 3-0 win away in Tshwane that eliminated Masandawana from the MTN8. Riveiro’s men also suffered a 4-0 defeat to Sundowns in the Carling Black Label Cup which was their last match before the break. They last suffered a defeat in the PSL in early September when SuperSport beat them 2-1 in a Tshwane Derby.

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena says their DStv Premiership clash against Orlando Pirates at Loftus on Friday afternoon is going to be interesting ...

On Friday, Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns will compete for three points in a South African Premier Soccer League matchday 14...

Mamelodi Sundowns appear to be cruising to a sixth consecutive title, and a win today will cement their lead. On Friday, Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns will compete for three points in a South African Premier Soccer League matchday 14 match. Orlando Pirates were defeated 6-5 on penalties by Kaizer Chiefs after both teams could not be separated in a goalless draw in a friendly last month.

Mamelodi Sundowns take on Soweto giants Orlando Pirates on 30 December 2022 at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria. So, what time is kick-off?

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Orlando Pirates defender, Olisa Ndah has been ruled out of the Buccaneers' DSTV Premiership clash against rivals, Mamelodi Sundowns. Pirates and Sundowns.

The Nigeria international has been linked with a move to Serie A club, Sassuolo. Orlando Pirates defender, Olisa Ndah has been ruled out of the Buccaneers’ DSTV Premiership clash against rivals, Mamelodi Sundowns. The 24-year-old, according to the club’s official website is likely to be out of action until the end of January.

Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns have named a strong sides for their eagerly-anticipated DStv Premiership showdown at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria.

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