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Orlando Pirates vs Marumo Gallants Preview: Kick-off time, TV channel & squad news

GOAL provides all the information you need to know about Bucs' clash against Siwelele Sa Marumo in the Nedbank Cup semi-final.

Orlando Pirates are eager to defend their Nedbank Cup title after defeating Mamelodi Sundowns in the 2024 final.

They face Marumo Gallants at Orlando Stadium, aiming to maintain their unbeaten run in the tournament.

Both teams head into the clash with perfect records, having not lost a match.

Pirates are also riding high after booking a place in the Caf Champions League semi-finals with a victory over MC Alger.

Head coach Jose Riveiro will be pushing his side to continue their strong form and secure a spot in the final, something they've achieved in each of the past three seasons.

GOAL provides all the key information you need ahead of Pirates' Nedbank Cup clash with Gallants.

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  • Kick-off time

    Game:

    Orlando Pirates vs Marumo Gallants

    Date:

    13 April 2025

    Kick-off:

    15h00

    Venue:Orlando Stadium
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  • Abdeslam Ouaddou, Marumo GallantsBackpage

    How to watch Pirates vs Gallnts 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

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    Pirates news & squads

    Coach Jose Riveiro will approach this clash with the aim of reaching the final and defending their trophy.

    The Buccaneers will also be eager to avenge a league defeat previously inflicted by Marumo Gallants.

    Possible Pirates XI:Chaine, Van Rooyen, Xoki, Sibisi, Mbokazi, Makhaula, Mbatha, Nkota, Maswanganyi, Mofokeng, Makgopa

  • Edgar Manaka, Marumo GallantsBackpage

    Gallants news & squads

    Abdeslam Ouaddou and his side enter the match as underdogs, carrying the hope of causing a major upset.

    They face a tough challenge against the reigning champions, who are in strong form.

    Despite the odds, Ouaddou believes in his team’s ability to rise to the occasion.

    A win would cause an upset as Bucs want to defend their trophy and be en route to win their second trophy in the 2024-25 season

    Marumo Gallants Possible XI: Akpeyi, Ncube, Rikhotso, Mathiane, Mabotja, Manaka,Namtajela, Msendami, Mphambaniso, Khumalo, Mahlatsi

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    Head-to-head and recent form

    Both sides come into the match unbeaten in their last two outings, with the home team enjoying the better run of form.

    While both teams will look to extend their streaks, a winner must emerge as it’s a knockout cup competition.

    Head-to-head record

    DateMatchCompetition

    March 01, 2025

    Gallants 2-0 Pirates

    PSL

    December 24, 2024

    Pirates 8- 1 Gallants

    PSL

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