Orlando Pirates secured a thrilling 1-0 victory over their fierce rivals Kaizer Chiefs in the latest Soweto Derby, marking their fourth consecutive win in this high-stakes matchup.
The game, which seemed to be heading toward a draw, took an exciting turn in the dying seconds when referee Masixole Bambiso awarded a penalty to the Pirates in the 94th minute.
The foul, committed by Kaizer Chiefs’ Njabulo Blom on Relebohile Mofokeng, gave the Buccaneers the chance to snatch victory at the last moment.
Last-Minute Heroics from Patrick Maswanganyi
As the clock ticked down, Orlando Pirates’ Patrick Maswanganyi stepped up to take the crucial penalty.
With nerves of steel, he executed a flawless Panenka shot, sending the ball into the net and securing all three points for his team.
It was a moment of brilliance in a match full of tension and drama.
Coach Riveiro Praises Maswanganyi’s Composure
After the match, Pirates’ coach, Jose Riveiro, couldn’t help but commend Maswanganyi for his calmness under pressure.
“He sometimes does things that are difficult to understand, but I believe in him,” Riveiro said.
“I want him to be himself on the field because that’s when we get the best version of Patrick.”
The coach highlighted Maswanganyi’s ability to step up in critical moments, pointing out how rare it is to see players with such a strong mentality in high-pressure situations.
Riveiro also acknowledged how Maswanganyi had bounced back from a difficult match in Cape Town, showing resilience and maturity by taking responsibility for the decisive moment in such a tense game.
Looking Ahead to Sekhukhune United and Mamelodi Sundowns
With this dramatic win over Kaizer Chiefs behind them, Orlando Pirates now turn their focus to their next challenge: Sekhukhune United.
The team is preparing for their upcoming match, but eyes are already on their big clash with Mamelodi Sundowns.
The question on everyone’s mind is whether the Pirates can keep this momentum going and make a serious push for the league title.
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