US EditionPirates snatch late draw against Richards Bay, but PSL title hopes dented
Lebone Seema’s long-range equaliser rescued a point for Orlando Pirates, who remain one point behind Mamelodi Sundowns.
- On Friday, Orlando Pirates defender Lebone Seema scored a stoppage-time equalizer to secure a 2-2 draw against Richards Bay at the Umhlathuze Sports Complex, denying the visitors a chance to reclaim the Betway Premiership lead.
- Richards Bay nearly pulled off an upset, leading 2-1 through goals from Thabani Gumede in the 11th minute and Lindokuhle Zikhali after 59 minutes following a delightful team attacking move.
- Struggling to penetrate the hosts' defence, Pirates responded when Oswin Appollis scored in the 52nd minute; coach Abdeslam Ouaddou later described the result as 'two points dropped' rather than one gained.
- This result leaves the Buccaneers trailing log leaders Mamelodi Sundowns by one point, while the defending champions hold a game in hand and compete in the Champions League semifinals against Esperance on Sunday.
- For tenth-placed Richards Bay, the point proves vital as they battle to ensure safety in the coming weeks, remaining under pressure from Siwele FC and TS Galaxy, who sit below them in the standings.
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Title race setback for Pirates, Sundowns gain advantage
Orlando Pirates missed the chance to go top of the Betway Premiership after being held to a 2-2 draw by Richards Bay FC on Friday night.Thulani Gumede and Lindokuhle Zikhali found the net for Richards Bay, while Oswin Appollis got Orlando Pirates’ consolation before Lebone Seema struck an injury time equaliser. BETWAY PREMIERSHIP: RICHARDS BAY 2-2 ORLANDO PIRATES The Buccaneers started well and looked dangerous early on. Relebohile Mofokeng set …
Pirates drop points in Richards Bay
Orlando Pirates missed the chance to move top of the Betway Premiership after a 2-2 draw with Richards Bay at the uMhlathuze Sports Complex on Friday night. The Buccaneers were forced to come from behind twice, with Lebone Seema rescuing a point deep into stoppage time after the hosts had looked set for victory. Richards Bay made a strong start and took the lead after 10 minutes. Simphiwe Mcineka’s header dropped kindly for Thulani Gumede, who s…
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