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Mamelodi Sundowns Triumphs Over Orlando Pirates in Thrilling Encounter
Mamelodi Sundowns defeated Orlando Pirates 4-1 in a thrilling match played at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Tshwane on February 8th, 2025. The game, part of round 13 of the Premier Soccer League, was characterized by Sundowns’ clinical finishing and accuracy in front of goal.
Sundowns’ goals came from Gaston Kekana (13′), Lyle Lakay Ribeiro (27′ and 60′), and Thapelo Mokoena (78′). Deon Hotto scored for Pirates in the 57th minute. Despite Orlando Pirates dominating possession (61%) and having more corner kicks (8 vs 2), Sundowns proved more efficient, registering 8 shots on target compared to Pirates’ single shot on target. The match also saw a display of relatively good sportsmanship, with two yellow cards for Sundowns and one for Pirates. Sundowns’ superior shot accuracy was the key to their victory.
Substitutions orlando pirates: at minute 69 M. Nkota came in and M. Makhaula went out., at minute 71 T. Mabasa came in and E. Makgopa went out., at minute 83 K. Kimvuidi came in and R. Mofokeng went out., at minute 83 S. Ndlozi came in and D. van Rooyen went out., at minute 87 N. Ndlondlo came in and K. Dlamini went out.
Substitutions mamelodi sundowns: at minute 69 B. J. Aubaas came in and T. Morena went out., at minute 69 K. Johannes came in and J. Adams went out., at minute 80 M. Khoza came in and I. Rayners went out., at minute 80 T. Matthews came in and M. Allende went out., at minute 84 T. Maseko came in and L. Ribeiro went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Mamelodi Sundowns
Orlando Pirates
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