Live report: Orlando Pirates vs Bidvest Wits
Orlando Pirates will look for three points at the sharp end of the Absa Premiership title race when they host Bidvest Wits at Orlando Stadium tonight.
Thabo Qalinge of Orlando Pirates challenged by Thabang Monare of Bidvest Wits during the Absa Premiership match between Bidvest Wits and Orlando Pirates at Bidvest Stadium. (Muzi Ntombela/BackpagePix)
Pirates extended their unbeaten run in the league to seven matches – and returned to winning form – by defeating AmaZulu 2-1 away on April 15. The Soweto giants have picked up 19 points from the last 21 up for grabs.
The Buccaneers have claimed 26 points from 13 home matches this season, and their last three games as hosts have brought wins over Maritzburg United, Kaizer Chiefs and Bloemfontein Celtic.
Wits have gone three league matches without a win after they were held 1-1 at home by Polokwane City on April 22. Vincent Pule’s last-gasp equaliser at least spared them the
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