Orlando Pirates vs Stellenbosch PSL Stats, Head-to-Head & History

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Orlando Pirates have won 9 of 19 matches against Stellenbosch FC.
Stellenbosch have secured important victories, including in high-proflie cup matches.
Pirates have recently signed several players from Stellenbosch, strengthening club ties.

Stellenbosch and Pirates have a strong relations in the transfer market, and a fierce rivalry on the pitch (Getty Images).

The rivalry between Orlando Pirates and Stellenbosch FC has developed into an exciting fixture in South African football, with both clubs producing memorable performances in league and cup competitions.

The two sides have faced each other in the Betway Premiership, MTN8 and Carling Knockout, with Pirates holding a slight advantage in their overall competitive record.

Although the Buccaneers have enjoyed success against Stellies, the Cape Winelands club have proved difficult opponents, particularly in knockout competitions. Stellenbosch have eliminated Pirates from the MTN8 and also recorded important league victories against the Soweto giants.

The fixture has also become an interesting transfer connection between the two clubs. Ahead of the 2026/27 season, Orlando Pirates recruited three players from Stellenbosch FC: Thapelo Mokobodi, Dublin Boon and Mthetheleli Mthiyane.

Mokobodi joined Pirates in July 2026, while goalkeeper Boon and midfielder Mthiyane also made the move to the Buccaneers. Their arrivals further strengthened the connection between the clubs, with Pirates looking to benefit from Stellenbosch's player development and recruitment.

Orlando Pirates vs Stellenbosch FC Head-to-Head Record

Since their first recorded competitive meeting in October 2019, Orlando Pirates and Stellenbosch FC have played 19 matches across all competitions.

Pirates have won nine encounters, Stellenbosch have recorded five victories, while five matches have ended in draws.

The Buccaneers have enjoyed success in the league and cup competitions, including their 3-0 victory in the 2025 MTN8 final.

Stellenbosch, however, have also produced some memorable results. Their 1-0 victory over Pirates in the 2024 MTN8 final was particularly significant, while they also won 2-3 at Orlando Stadium in December 2023.

Wins, Draws, and Losses:

Orlando Pirates: 9 wins

Stellenbosch FC: 5 wins

Draws: 5

Info	Played	Won by Orlando Pirates	Won by Stellenbosch	Draws
Overall	19	9	5	5

Latest Results

Date	Result	Competition
10-Aug-22	Stellenbosch 1-1 Pirates	PSL
22-Jan-23	Pirates 4-1 Stellenbosch	PSL
05-Aug-23	Stellenbosch 1-0 Pirates	PSL
03-Sep-23	Stellenbosch 1-2 Pirates	MTN8
24-Sep-23	Pirates 0-1 Stellenbosch	MTN8
29-Dec-23	Pirates 2-3 Stellenbosch	PSL
05-Oct-24	Pirates 3-1 Stellenbosch	MTN8
01-Dec-24	Pirates 0-1 Stellenbosch	PSL
11-Mar-25	Stellenbosch 0-0 Pirates	PSL
20-Aug-25	Pirates 1-0 Stellenbosch	PSL
13-Sep-25	Pirates 3-0 Stellenbosch	MTN8 Final
05-May-26	Stellenbosch 0-2 Pirates	PSL

Conclusion

Orlando Pirates have established a historical advantage over Stellenbosch FC, winning nine of their 19 recorded competitive encounters across all competitions.

The Buccaneers have also enjoyed success in knockout football, including their 3-0 victory in the 2025 MTN8 final. Stellenbosch have nevertheless demonstrated their ability to compete against Pirates, particularly with their victories in the 2023 and 2024 MTN8 campaigns.

The relationship between the clubs has also become increasingly interesting in the transfer market. Pirates' recruitment of Andre De Jong, Thapelo Mokobodi, Mthetheleli Mthiyane and other players shows the strong working understanding between the clubs.

With both clubs continuing to compete for domestic honours, future meetings should provide further interesting chapters in this rivalry, not least when the clubs meet in the Carling Knockout Cup semi-final in November 2026.

Ralph Staniforth is a South African sports journalist, editor and betting writer who has worked in sports media since 2012.

With a background in Sports Science, he has covered a wide range of sports and interviewed leading players and coaches across South African rugby, cricket and football.

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