Orlando Pirates are on a roll! Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has instilled a winning mentality, and the Buccaneers are looking to continue their impressive form as they host Chippa United at Orlando Stadium tonight (25 November at 19:30 CAT). After a shaky start, Pirates have climbed to second place in the Betway Premiership, racking up seven wins in their last eight league games. They're now just three points behind leaders Mamelodi Sundowns with two crucial games in hand.
Ouaddou is confident that his players are embracing his philosophy: "Step by step, the players get it. They know the expectations – score goals, stay tactically disciplined and be hard to break down. You can see that Pirates are consistent and strong."
Chippa United, however, are struggling. They remain winless under their new coach Vusumuzi Vilakazi, earning only one point in their last two matches and currently sit at the bottom of the table. They will be desperate for a change in fortune against a confident Pirates side.
Key Players to Watch
- Pirates: Tshepang Moremi has been a revelation since joining from AmaZulu, scoring eight goals in 17 games. He will be a key threat to the Chippa defence.
- Chippa: Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali will need to be at his best to keep the Pirates attack at bay. Chippa's defence has conceded 19 goals, and Nwabali's performance will be crucial.
Head-to-Head Record
In the last five league meetings between these two sides, Pirates have dominated, winning four times, with one draw and no wins for Chippa. This historical advantage will further boost the Buccaneers' confidence.
Other Midweek Fixture
Orbit College will host Stellenbosch FC on Wednesday (26 November, 19:30). Both teams are eager to bounce back after disappointing results before the break.
Betway Premiership Fixtures
- Tue, 25 Nov – 19:30: Orlando Pirates vs Chippa United
- Wed, 26 Nov – 19:30: Orbit College vs Stellenbosch FC