Orlando Pirates secured a hard-fought 2-1 win against Sekhukhune United, maintaining their pressure on PSL leaders Mamelodi Sundowns.
Orlando Pirates maintained their relentless pursuit of PSL leaders Mamelodi Sundowns with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Sekhukhune United on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. The Soweto giants appeared set for a comfortable win after goals in each half but were made to sweat in the closing stages as Sekhukhune mounted a late comeback. Pirates started the match brightly and were rewarded with an early lead in the fifth minute.
Winger Deon Hotto curled a low free-kick through a sea of Sekhukhune players, finding the back of the net. Sekhukhune coach, Seema, would have been frustrated with his defense's inability to contain the initial set-piece. Seema's frustration was evident throughout the first half as Sekhukhune struggled to find any rhythm, with several free-kick attempts flying over the crossbar and failing to breach Pirates' resolute defense.Pirates seemed content to control the tempo after Hotto's opener, but they also spurned several chances to extend their lead. The second half followed a similar pattern, with Pirates dominating possession but failing to convert their opportunities. However, Sekhukhune's persistence paid off in the latter stages when captain Linda Mntambo pulled a goal back after a chaotic scramble in the penalty area. Mntambo was quickest to react to a shot that came off the post, capitalizing on Pirates' static defense. The goal injected new life into Sekhukhune, who pushed forward in search of an equalizer. Despite Sekhukhune's late surge, Pirates held on for a crucial three points, much to the relief of their fans. Many Bucs supporters took to social media to express their mixed emotions, acknowledging the team's fortunate escape but also criticizing their performance, particularly their defensive vulnerability
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