Orlando Pirates have played 21 Premier Soccer League matches, the lowest number of games in the ongoing campaign.
They had a busy campaign that saw them reach the Caf Champions League semi-final, where they narrowly fell against Pyramids, who are scheduled to play South African heavyweights Mamelodi Sundowns in the final. Masandawana managed to eliminate holders Al Ahly from the annual competition.
It explains why they have played fewer games this season. Nevertheless, they have still collected 46 points after 15 wins, a draw and five losses. They are trailing the defending champions by 12 points, although the latter have played two more games.
Orlando Pirates vs Golden Arrows
Initially, the Sea Robbers had been scheduled to play Abafana Bes'thende on December 10 last year, but the game was brought forward.
The two sides will now play each other on Tuesday, May 13, at the Orlando Stadium. Coach Manqoba Mngqithi hopes to help his team get into the top eight by the end of the ongoing campaign.
SuperSport United vs Orlando Pirates
The Swanky Boys were scheduled to host the Soweto giants on Tuesday, April 15, this year at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane.
Once again, the continental assignment led to the rescheduling of the game. The relegation-threatened SuperSport will now face Bucs at the aforementioned venue on Tuesday, May 20.
Orlando Pirates vs Magesi FC
The first meeting between the teams was in the Carling Knockout where Dikwena Tsa Meetse caused a major shock with a 3-2 win in the initial round. Their league match that was planned for April 30 didn't happen.
The Buccaneers have a chance to avenge the Cup loss at Orlando Stadium on Wednesday, May 28.
Pirates focused on Soweto derbies
On Saturday, Pirates will be away at FNB Stadium to play the Premier Soccer League Soweto Derby against rivals Kaizer Chiefs. It is a must-win for Riveiro's men in their bid to push for the title, but Amakhosi want an MTN8 slot.
On May 10, they will again face off in the Nedbank Cup final at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban. Bucs are hoping to defend their crown while Nabi's side hopes to end their decade-long trophy drought.
