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Five-goal thriller as Orlando Pirates claim Soweto Derby bragging rights with win over Kaizer Chiefs

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The Glamour Boys got off to a flying start when Ashley Du Preez broke the deadlock within the first six minutes, unleashing a left-footed strike into the top corner after being set up by Pule Mmodi.&nbsp;As the game progressed, the Sea Robbers intensified their pressure on their opponents, resulting in Monnapule Saleng equalizing in the 24th minute with a left-footed shot from the edge of the box. Despite the Buccaneers gaining momentum after levelling the score, they struggled to create clear opportunities. However, just before halftime, Du Preez secured his brace to give Chiefs a 2-1 lead going into the break.In the second half, Jose Riveiro's side came out strong, and Thabiso Lebitso's long-range effort found the back of the net in the 58th minute to level the score at 2-2. Saleng then completed his brace in the 68th minute, putting Pirates ahead 3-2.As the match neared its end, the tension remained high, but Bucs managed to secure their 3-2 victory, propelling them to second place in the <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-za/psl/table/yv73ms6v1995b5wny16jcfi3" target="_blank">Premier Soccer League standings</a>, while Chiefs find themselves in seventh position.

WHAT HAPPENED?

The Buccaneers dominated the match from the beginning and successfully rallied to get three goals into the back of the net, with Saleng scoring twice and Lebitso delivering a powerful strike.

THE MVP

Chiefs relinquished their lead twice during the match, failing to assert control and were outplayed by Pirates for the duration of the game.

THE BIG LOSER

The Buccaneers are set to play on Saturday, March 16th, when they face Hungry Lions in the Nedbank Cup Round of 16.Meanwhile, Amakhosi’s next match will be on March 30th against Cape Town City at DHL Stadium in a league clash with the Soweto giants having been eliminated from the Nedbank Cup.

WHAT NEXT FOR PIRATES & CHIEFS?

MATCH RATING (OUT OF FIVE): ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Five-goal thriller as Orlando Pirates claim Soweto Derby bragging rights with win over Kaizer Chiefs | Goal.com South Africa

Orlando Pirates stage a comeback to secure a 3-2 victory in the Soweto Derby against Kaizer Chiefs at FNB Stadium on Saturday.

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