Pirates chase Sundowns while Orbit and Stellies battle for survival in midweek action

The Betway Premiership returns to screens this week with midweek fixtures that promise intrigue and intensity. Orlando Pirates headline Tuesday night’s action, while Orbit College and Stellenbosch FC lock horns on Wednesday in a clash that could shape the bottom half of the table.

Pirates Eye Pressure on Sundowns

Orlando Stadium will be the stage on Tuesday evening as Orlando Pirates host Chippa United in a fixture that carries weight beyond three points. The Buccaneers, sitting second with 22 points, trail log leaders Mamelodi Sundowns by just three points and crucially, they have two games in hand.

A win here would not only keep the title race alive but also send a clear message to the Brazilians: the chase is on. Expect Pirates to lean on their attacking depth and home advantage, but Chippa United have a reputation for frustrating big sides, making this a potential banana peel for José Riveiro’s men.

Orbit and Stellies in Survival Mode

Wednesday night shifts the spotlight to Olympia Stadium, where Orbit College host Stellenbosch FC in a battle of teams desperate for momentum. Orbit, currently 14th, return from the international break licking wounds after a 4-1 defeat to Kaizer Chiefs.

Stellies, meanwhile, are in 15th and nursing back-to-back losses against TS Galaxy and Siwelele. Both sides are flirting with the relegation zone, and this fixture feels like more than just a game, it’s a lifeline. Expect a cagey affair with high stakes and even higher nerves.

Midweek Fixtures

Tuesday, 25 November
19:30 – Orlando Pirates vs Chippa United (Orlando Stadium)

Wednesday, 26 November
19:30 – Orbit College vs Stellenbosch FC (Olympia Stadium)