In a South African Premiership regular-season match on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, Orlando Pirates suffered a disappointing 2-1 defeat to Marumo Gallants F.C. The game, held at Dr Rantlai Petrus Stadium in Mangaung, saw the Buccaneers take an early lead but ultimately crumble under pressure, leaving them with just one point from their opening two league games.
Orlando Pirates, under the leadership of new coach Abdeslam Ouaddou, started the match with promise. In the 16th minute, midfielder Patrick Maswanganyi found the back of the net, giving the Pirates a 1-0 advantage. However, the home side, Marumo Gallants, managed to level the score just before halftime, with Daniel Msendami scoring an equalizer in the 45th minute.
The second half was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams creating scoring opportunities. Orlando Pirates had numerous chances to regain the lead, but they were consistently denied by a determined Marumo Gallants defense and goalkeeper Washington Arubi. The game appeared to be heading for a draw until deep into stoppage time. In the 92nd minute, Marumo Gallants' Jaisen Clifford scored the winning goal, capitalizing on a pass from Teboho Motloung to secure a dramatic 2-1 victory.
This loss is another setback for Ouaddou's side, who were also defeated 1-0 by Sekhukhune United in their league opener. The result puts immense pressure on the new coach and his team as they look to find their footing in the new season. The Pirates will now have to regroup and address their defensive vulnerabilities and finishing issues before their next match, as they continue to search for their first league win.
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