Orlando Pirates Defeat Cape Town City 2-1 in Premiership Clash

Orlando Pirates triumphed over Cape Town City 2-1 in a crucial Betway Premiership match, coming from behind after Haashim Domingo scored for City in the first half. Second-half goals from Tshegofatso Mabasa and Goodman Mosele secured the win for the Pirates, narrowing the gap to league leaders Mamelodi Sundowns to nine points. The match followed a disrupted schedule for Pirates, who had a previous game postponed due to a waterlogged pitch. Despite their victory, City has struggled, managing only one win in their last seven matches, which has affected their confidence. Coach Muhsin Ertugral acknowledged his team's difficulties in converting scoring opportunities, exacerbating their challenges in the league. The win reinforces Pirates' strong home record and their pursuit of the top spot in the standings.