Orlando Pirates are through to the 2026 MTN8 semifinals
Orlando Pirates are through to the semifinals of the MTN8 2026 edition, after defeating Durban City
Orlando Pirates secured their spot in the 2026 MTN8 semifinals with a 2-1 victory over 10-man Durban City at the Orlando Amstel Arena on Saturday. The Buccaneers took the lead in the first half with a penalty scored by Patrick Maswanganyi after Tshepang Moremi was brought down by Brooklyn Poggenpoel. In the second half, Durban City equalized, but Pirates' new player Gampani Lungu sealed the win in the final moments of extra time.
Coaches Abdeslam Ouaddou of Pirates and the commentator on SABC 1 were clearly delighted with the result, as reported by SABC Sport on August 8, 2026.
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