Orlando Pirates vs Kaizer Chiefs Predictions - Bucs to beat Amakhosi Yet Again
The upcoming Soweto Derby between Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs promises to be an exciting match, with the Pirates having won 15 of their last 20 games and maintaining 13 clean sheets in 19 outings. Historically, they have defeated the Chiefs in the last five PSL meetings and kept them from scoring in 3 of these encounters. While the Chiefs have shown improved form recently, winning five of their last six matches, the Pirates' superior track record makes them the favorites to win, possibly keeping a clean sheet in the process.
- Orlando Pirates have a strong record with 18 wins in the last 23 matches.
- Pirates have a streak of 5 consecutive PSL wins against Kaizer Chiefs.
- A win for Orlando Pirates is predicted, with a clean sheet.
Pirates to beat Chiefs in the Soweto Derby on Sunday (Getty Images).
Orlando Pirates vs Kaizer Chiefs Predictions
Pirates have more at stake and a great recent record in the Soweto Derby. I see a win to zero in this one.
Key Stats – Pirates Are Big Favourites
- Orlando Pirates have won 15 of their last 20 matches.
- Orlando Pirates have kept 13 clean sheets in their last 19 matches.
- Kaizer Chiefs have lost their last 5 PSL matches vs Orlando Pirates.
- Kaizer Chiefs have failed to score in 3 of their last 5 PSL matches vs Orlando Pirates.
Head to Head – Bucs Have Won Last Five in PSL
In 104 previous meetings, Pirates have a 44-32 lead with 28 draws.
Pirates won 3-0 when the clubs last met in February 2026. That win made it five straight league victories over Chiefs.
Pirates Form - 18 wins in Last 23 PSL Matches
Pirates have 18 wins in their last 23 league matches. They’ve scored 27 league goals in their last nine fixtures in the PSL.
They beat Richards Bay 2-0 at home before a surprise 1-1 home draw with Siwelele as they had 27 shots. Pirates won 6-0 at ten-man TS Galaxy and 5-0 at home to Golden Arrows with 30 shots.
They had another 30 shots in a shock 2-2 draw away at Richards Bay. In midweek, they put up 3.97 xG in a 3-0 home win over AmaZulu.
Five Wins in Six – Chiefs Back to Their Best
Chiefs have won five of their last six league matches. They sit third in the table and look likely to remain in that position.
They beat Durban City 1-0 at home and beat Magesi 2-0 at home. A 3-1 win at Orbit College was followed by a 2-0 home win over TS Galaxy.
They won 4-1 at Magesi to make it five straight league wins. Their last match saw a tight 0-0 draw at Polokwane City as Chiefs lacked ideas in attack.
Predicted Lineups & Team News
Orlando Pirates (4-2-3-1): Chaine; Sebelebele, Seema, Sibisi, Hotto; Nemtajela, Mbatha; Appollis, Mofokeng, Moremi; Makgopa.
Orlando Pirates are without defender Tapelo Xoki and midfielder Sihle Nduli due to injuries. Deon Hotto will return at left back after a rest.
Evidence Makgopa has scored in his last three matches vs Chiefs. He is pushing to start up front.
Kaizer Chiefs (4-2-3-1): Petersen; Monyane, Miguel, McCarthy, Cross; Maboe, Ndlovu; Lilepo, Shabalala, Duba; Da Silva.
Chiefs rare without injured central defender Rushwin Dortley. Etiosa Ighodaro is injured up front.
Inacio Miguel is set to be recalled in preference to Given Msimango at the back.
Verdict
I'm backing Pirates to win to nil.
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