The Orlando Pirates are surpassed by the outstanding Kaizer Chiefs.
But as the game progressed, Amakhosi took command of the match and came the closest to winning when they scored off a rebound, but the goal was flagged offside.
The first half did not see a lot of chances generated. But with the forwards failing to provide the game’s last ball, both defenses were in danger.
At Tsakane Stadium, there was no dividing the Soweto clubs at halftime. The two sides continued to stroke the ball about in front of each other’s boxes as the first half ended. But in the sixty-fourth minute, Zolani Cossa stood up and converted, giving Chiefs the opportunity to ultimately break the tie.
Although they attempted to equalize and made a few adjustments along the road, the Buccaneers’ luck did not favor them. The Glamour Boys knocked again, but the pirates were happy to wait for a clear opportunity to counterattack by absorbing pressure.
Just 12 minutes before the final whistle, Chiefs’ Naledi Hlongwane, unfortunately, took advantage of a mistake by their defenders to easily put the ball at the back of an empty net.
In the closing minutes, the Sea Robbers wasted a set piece opportunity, and when they attempted to at least grab a consolidation goal, it was too late.
Kgaugelo Ramushu, a midfielder, excelled at his role on the field. The guy did a good job supporting his defense line and moving into midfield. On that particular day, the 22-year-old was crowned Man of the Match.
Because to their numerous errors, Zoey Monyepao was the huge loser. It would have been preferable for the lanky shot-stopper to stop Cossa’s low free-kick. Joseph Makhanya, the coach, is going to be very sad.
The Pirates’ hopes of winning the championship are gradually dwindling since they have lost their last three games. They are still in third place, and the Chiefs are in fourth place, one point behind the Sea Robbers.
On Saturday, March 30, Vela Khumalo’s team travels to Chippa United, while Joseph Makhanya’s Pirates take on Sekhukhune United.