• Soweto team Orlando Pirates achieved their sixth consecutive victory of the PSL season after beating TS Galaxy 2-0 on Tuesday, October 29, 2024.
• Long-range efforts from Thalente Mbatha and Relebohile Mofokeng secured the win, while Pirates survived a first-half penalty appeal.
• Bucs fans praised their team on social media, especially after their victory opened up a six-point lead at the top of the PSL log.

Orlando Pirates escaped a penalty appeal to beat TS Galaxy 2-0 at Mbombela Stadium on Tuesday 29 October 2024.

He Soweto side They prevailed thanks to long-range efforts from Thalente Mbatha and Relebohile Mofokeng in each half to extend their perfect start with six wins from as many games.

Following their elimination from the Carling Cup, Pirates coach José Riveiro said the team would focus on the PSLand they started the game well when Mbatha scored in the 16th minute.

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Mbatha’s long-range shot deflected slightly, but Ivorian goalkeeper Tape Ira should have done better as the ball sailed past him.

Orlando Pirates continue perfect start

While the Pirates took an early lead, the Galaxy felt they should have been awarded a penalty in the first half, but the referee dismissed their passionate cries.

The match slowed down in the second half before Mofokeng, who He recently celebrated his 20th birthday.He scored a shot from outside the area to seal the victory.

Watch Mofokeng’s attack on the video below:

With another three points in the bag, the Pirates opened a six-point lead at the top of the PSL log after Sunset in Mamelodi lost 1-0 to Polokwane City on Sunday 27 October.

If the Pirates beat Richards Bay FC on Tuesday, November 5, it will be the first time the Soweto giants have won their first seven matches.

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Fans praise Pirates

Bucs fans praised the Pirates on social media, especially the scorers against the Galaxy, while celebrating their team opening a lead at the top of the standings. PSL table.

Thekeycritic couldn’t believe Ira’s mistake:

“Shocking goalkeeper!”

Kwazeencubey praised Mbatha:

“This boy is too good, ah.”

Remiazania1 is a confident Bucs fan:

“We are unstoppable. We are invincible. We are happy people.”

Khathu_10 admires Mofokeng:

“We are lucky to have this young man.”

Hozeh5 hopes for the best:

“We are cooking this season. This happiness must last the entire season, please.”

The Orlando Pirates have players recovering

As reported by Brief newsThe Orlando Pirates have several players currently recovering from an injury.

One of the most missed players is Nigerian international defender Olisa Ndah, who will be out of action for a long period.

Source: Briefly News