Orlando Pirates bounce back from MTN8 final defeat with 3-0 win over TS Galaxy

Orlando Pirates bounced back from their MTN8 final loss to Mamelodi Sundowns with a strong 3-0 win against TS Galaxy in the Betway Premiership, maintaining their momentum with a third consecutive victory. The result kept Pirates in contention with the leaders Sundowns, who are currently one point ahead after a 4-1 win over Richards Bay.

Pirates' coach Abdeslam Ouaddou made five changes to the team that lost to Sundowns in the MTN8 final, with Bulelani Sigomoshe making his debut at right back and Oswin Appollis returning to the starting lineup. Pirates took the lead in the 18th minute through Simphiwe Masilela, and doubled their lead in the 46th minute with a goal from Ghampani Lungu.

TS Galaxy's best chance came in the 21st minute when Tshepo Kakora sent Sedwyn George through, but Sipho Chaine made a crucial save. The victory marked Simphiwe Masilela's first goal for Pirates.

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