Orlando Pirates Aim to Continue Unbeaten Streak Against Cape Town Spurs

Orlando Pirates are gearing up to extend their unbeaten run as they face Cape Town Spurs in a crucial PSL matchup at the Orlando Stadium. The Mabakabaka have been on a positive trajectory in 2023, with a strong start to the year, including a notable win over Mamelodi Sundowns at Loftus.

Having secured a 1-0 victory against Polokwane City in their recent outing, Orlando Pirates are determined to continue their push for continental football next season. With just two points behind the second and third positions on the PSL log, they have their sights set on surpassing Supersport United and Cape Town City.

Cape Town Spurs, on the other hand, are facing a tough battle against relegation, having only managed three wins this season. Despite a recent victory against TS Galaxy, the Mother City outfit is currently teetering on the edge, sitting three points away from the relegation playoff spot currently held by Richards Bay.

Ernst Middendorp, the coach of Cape Town Spurs, seems to be instilling a fighting spirit in the Urban Warriors, but they face a formidable challenge as they take on Orlando Pirates at the Orlando Stadium. The last time these two teams met in the DSTV Premiership, Cape Town Spurs pulled off a surprising 2-1 victory over the Buccaneers at the Athlone Stadium.

Orlando Pirates enter the match with momentum, having won six of their last ten encounters with Cape Town Spurs across all competitions. The hosts, backed by their passionate fans, will be eager to avenge their previous loss to the Urban Warriors and secure a crucial victory on home turf.

While Pirates have demonstrated their scoring prowess, averaging 1.63 goals at home in the league this season, Cape Town Spurs have struggled on the road, failing to secure a single victory away from home. With an leaky defense that has conceded 34 goals at an average of 1.89 per game, the visitors face a daunting task against Pirates’ attacking threats such as Evidence Mokgopa and Patrick Maswanganyi.

Despite the defensive challenges, Ernst Middendorp has managed to shore up the Spurs’ backline, as evidenced by their recent clean sheet against TS Galaxy. While Orlando Pirates may find the back of the net, Cape Town Spurs will be aiming to put up a fight and cause trouble for their opponents in a potentially high-scoring encounter.