The win sees Bucs jump to position four on the log with seven points after four games.
The hosts created more chances in their search for a second goal, but their attempts were fruitless and their penalty shout in the 28City had an opportunity to level matters through Tshegofatso Nyama, but goalkeeper Sipho Chaine managed to keep out the danger – leaving the two teams to head into the break with Bucs in the lead.
Pirates had more ball possession in the match and were putting pressure on City looking to extend their lead. minute thanks to Maswanganyi after he was spotted by Deon Hotto, which was more than enough to hand the Buccaneers maximum points. Meanwhile, City will be out of action until 17 September when they travel to KwaZulu-Natal for a meeting with AmaZulu FC.
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