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Orlando Pirates vs Cape Town City Preview: Kick-off time, TV channel & squad news

GOAL provides all the key details for the league clash between the Bucs and the Citizens.

The gap between Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns has now widened to 12 points, with the Buccaneers still holding three games in hand—but those are not guaranteed points.

Their last outing ended in a humbling 3-1 victory in the Nedbank Cup against Baroka, a result that helped their trophy defence.

Adding to their frustration, their scheduled fixture against Golden Arrows was postponed, leaving them with an extended break from competitive action.

As they prepare for their next match, coach José Riveiro will be mindful of their previous encounter with Cape Town City, where Muhsin Ertugral’s side handed them their first loss of 2025 with a narrow 1-0 victory.

That defeat served as a reality check, proving that City can be a stubborn opponent capable of frustrating the Soweto giants. With the pressure mounting, Pirates will need a strong response to keep their title hopes alive.

Here, GOAL brings you all the details you need to know about how to watch the match between Pirates and Cape Town City including TV channels, streaming details, team news and more.

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  • Deano van Rooyen, Orlando PiratesBackpage

    Kick-off time

    Game:

    Pirates vs City

    Date:

    February 22, 2024

    Kick-off:

    15h30

    Venue:Orlando Stadium
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  • Tshegofatso Mabasa & Malcolm Jacobs, Orlando Pirates vs Baroka FC, February 2025Backpagepix

    How to watch Pirates vs Cape Town City online - TV channels & live streams

    Online StreamingTV Channel
    DStv.com/DStv Now AppSuperSport TV's PSL Channel 202

    Or you can follow all the action throughGOAL's Live Text Commentary here

  • Kabelo Dlamini of Orlando PiratesBackpagepix

    Pirates team news & squads

    Pirates head into this clash determined to cut Mamelodi Sundowns’ 12-point lead and reignite their title chase. However, they will have to do so without Kabelo Dlamini, who is sidelined due to suspension.

    On a positive note, the return of Thalente Mbatha and Goodman Mosele from injury provides a much-needed boost to José Riveiro’s squad.

    Their presence in midfield could be crucial in dictating the tempo and adding stability to the team. With pressure mounting, the Buccaneers must deliver a strong performance to stay in the race.

    Pirates' possible XI: Chaine, Van Rooyen, Sibisi, Xoki, Mako, Makhaula, Mbatha, Maswanganyi, Mofokeng, Hotto, Mabasa

  • Muhsin Ertugral, Cape Town CityCape Town City

    City team news & squads

    The Citizens have endured a tough run in their last five games, managing only one win, three losses, and a draw.

    They initially started well under Muhsin Ertugral, securing victories over Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs.

    However, the Turkish coach has expressed frustration over the team's lack of goals and is working to fix the issue.

    Adding to their challenges, assistant coach Lebohang Manyama will be absent from the dugout due to a red-card suspension. They will also be without former Bucs midfielder Fortune Makaringe, who has been sidelined with an ankle injury since October.

    Cape Town City possible XI: Keet, Mkhize, Fasika, Gordinho, Nyama, Nodada, Amato, Tjiueza, Domingo,Rhodes, Francis

  • Tshegofatso Mabasa, Orlando Pirates, February 2025Orlando Pirates

    Head-to-head and recent form

    Pirates go to this clash after more than a week of not playing a game as they had a clash postponed and will be hoping to get a win and close the gap.

    The Citizens have a huge task to get back to winning ways as they have not won in four games.

    Head-to-head record

    Date

    Match

    Competition

    January 08, 2025

    City 1-0 Pirates

    PSL

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