Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns

Peter Shalulile of Mamelodi Sundowns challenged by Ben Motshwari of Orlando Pirates during the DStv Premiership 2021/22 match between Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates at Loftus Versfeld Stadium, Pretoria on 17 December 2021 ©Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix

MTN 8: Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns LIVE scores, starting XIs Saturday 1 October 2022

Here we run down everything you need to know about the MTN 8 semi-final first leg: Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns.

Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns

Peter Shalulile of Mamelodi Sundowns challenged by Ben Motshwari of Orlando Pirates during the DStv Premiership 2021/22 match between Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates at Loftus Versfeld Stadium, Pretoria on 17 December 2021 ©Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix

Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns: These powerhouses of South African football will battle for an edge in pursuit of the MTN 8 crown on Saturday 1 October 2022.

Sundowns are looking every bit the kings of the local scene but Orlando Pirates have been bolstered by a raft of new signings.

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Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns
Kermit Erasmus rejoined Pirates last week. Photo: Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix

Pirates have been solid but unspectacular so far this term and might be hopeful that Kermit Erasmus will give them some sort of edge against his former team.

The MTN 8 semi-final will be the first meeting between these two sides in this competition for 11 years.

For Sundowns there are concerns about the goalscoring form of Peter Shalulile but those have so far been offset by the impactful arrival of Marcelo Allende.

Sundowns have won the last five head to head matches with Orlando Pirates in all competitions. 

This tie pits the last two champions of the MTN 8 against one another and will be a test of Pirates’ desire to challenge Sundowns for dominance.

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Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns tickets

There are still plenty of tickets available for this clash at the Orlando Stadium, with prices ranging from R20-R80.

You can get tickets from Ticketpro. 

How to watch

The match will be broadcast on SuperSport on DStv from 15:30 on Saturday 1 October 2022.

Starting XIs

Orlando Pirates: TBA

Mamelodi Sundowns: TBA

Live scores: Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns

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Form: Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns

Orlando Pirates’ last five matches: WLWWD

Mamelodi Sundowns’ last five matches: WWWLW

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