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TS Galaxy vs Orlando Pirates Predictions - Sea Robbers to Go Top by Beating Rockets

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In anticipation of the match between TS Galaxy and Orlando Pirates, the latter are predicted to secure a win, potentially with a clean sheet. TS Galaxy's recent form is concerning, having endured five losses in their past six PSL fixtures, significantly impacting their league performance despite cup progress. Conversely, Orlando Pirates are flying high, boasting 15 wins in their last 19 league outings and keeping 10 clean sheets in their last 15 matches. With this momentum, Pirates aim to capitalize and advance to the top of the table.

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  • Orlando Pirates are expected to win against TS Galaxy.
  • TS Galaxy have lost 5 of their last 6 PSL matches.
  • Pirates have 15 wins in their last 19 league fixtures.
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Bucs to shoot down Rockets on Sunday (Getty Images).

TS Galaxy vs Orlando Pirates Predictions


I see Pirates winning this match. The stats suggest a win to zero on Sunday. 

Key Stats – Bucs to Win


TS Galaxy have lost 5 of their last 6 PSL matches. 
TS Galaxy have failed to score in 5 of their last 9 PSL matches.
Orlando Pirates have won 12 of their last 16 matches.
Orlando Pirates have kept 10 clean sheets in their last 15 matches. 

Head to Head – Bucs Hold the Lead


Orlando Pirates hold a narrow 6-3 lead over TS Galaxy with two draws in 11 meetings.

Pirates won 2-0 when they last met in September 2025.

Rockets in Freefall – Five Losses in Six League Fixtures


TS Galaxy have lost five of their last five league matches. They are in the semis of the Nedbank Cup, but their league form is dire. 

A 2-0 home win over second-string Mamelodi Sundowns in the Nedbank Cup was followed by a 1-0 loss at Siwelele. A 2-1 home defeat to Orbit College made it five straight league defeats. 

They beat third tier Jacksa Spears 2-0 at home in the Nedbank Cup quarter-finals. The Rockets ended their league losing streak by drawing 1-1 at Stellenbosch last time out. 

Pirates Can Go Top – 15 wins in last 19 PSL Matches


Pirates can go top of the PSL table with a win here, although Mamelodi Sundowns will have a game in hand. Bucs have won 15 of their last 19 league fixtures. 

A Nedbank Cup exit saw Pirates drew 0-0 at home vs Casric Stars and lose on penalties. A dominant 3-0 win over Kaizer Chiefs and a 2-1 win at Polokwane City with 3.69 xG followed. 

Pirates beat Richards Bay 2-0 at home, before dropping points in a 1-1 draw at home to Siwelele. They put up 2.80 xG and outshot their opponents 27-3 in that match.

Predicted Lineups & Team News


TS Galaxy (4-1-4-1): Tape; Motaung, Mahlangu, Salatiel, Letsoenyo; Mbunjana; Zingoga, Kakora, Mvelase, Mahlambi; George. 

TS Galaxy are without striker Victor Letsoalo due to suspension. Sedwyn George is set to lead the line in his absence. 

Sphesihle Maduna and Patrick Fisher could be benched once again. Tshepo Kakora and Lentswe Motaung could start once again.

Orlando Pirates (4-2-3-1): Chaine; Sebelebele, Seema, Sibisi, Hotto; Makhaula, Mbatha; Moremi, Appollis, Mofokeng; Makgopa.

Orlando Pirates remain without injured right back Thabiso Lebitso. Centre back Tapelo Xoki is ruled out for the rest of the season after a serious knee injury. 

Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has no other suspensions or injuries. He must decide between Tshepang Moremi and Patrick Maswanganyi in attack.

Verdict

I'm tipping a Pirates win with a clean sheet.

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