Who are Orlando Pirates playing next?

Orlando Pirates suffered their fourth Betway Premiership defeat at the hands of Marumo Gallants this past weekend.

Orlando Pirates to face Chippa United. Image: Orlando Pirates website

Orlando Pirates‘ title bid is effectively over following a surprising 2-0 loss to Marumo Gallants.

Despite being the favorites, the Buccaneers faced their fourth league defeat in their last ten matches. As a result, they now find themselves 18 points behind Mamelodi Sundowns, with 14 matches still remaining in the season.

Having played catch-up since January, José Riveiro‘s squad needed to win all their games in hand to apply pressure on the Brazilians. With Sundowns winning 14 of their last 15 matches, Orlando Pirates were counting on Miguel Cardoso‘s team to drop points against their rivals, Kaizer Chiefs. Unfortunately, Amakhosi lost despite putting up a strong fight.

What time is the Orlando Pirates match?

Pirates will face Chippa United this Wednesday evening as they aim to get back to winning ways. Kick-off is scheduled for 19:30 at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium.

A victory against the Chilli Boys will boost their confidence ahead of their Nedbank Cup match against SuperSport United this weekend. With just three matches remaining in the Nedbank Cup, Orlando Pirates can focus on defending the trophy they have won for two consecutive years.

The Buccaneers play SuperSport United in the Nedbank Cup quarter-final at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Orlando Pirates have already face Matsatsantsa in cup competition earlier this season, edging them 3-1 in the MTN8.

The Betway Premiership midweek fixtures sees Kaizer Chiefs tackle Magesi FC at the FNB Stadium on Tuesday. Log leaders Mamelodi Sundowns are away to Golden Arrows while Orlando Piates battle it out with Chippa.