Kaizer Chiefs vs Orlando Pirates: Preview & Prediction
The latest edition of the Soweto derby is around the corner for Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates.
Soweto will be split into black and white (Orlando Pirates) and gold and black (Kaizer Chiefs) as families across South Africa prepare for the eagerly anticipated latest chapter of this storied rivalry.
The biggest game in South African football – The Soweto derby. History, tradition and bragging rights are all at stake when these two historical giants clash to conquer Soweto.
Last time these two teams met, it ended in jubilation for Pirates and heartbreak for Amakhosi.
Pirates were awarded a controversial injury time winner which resulted in a 1-0 victory for the Bucs. You can bet that not a single Amakhosi supporter or player has forgotten this moment.
Since then, the two sides have had contrasting seasons. Pirates sit second in the latest BetWay Premiership standings. Meanwhile, Chiefs are in eightgh position. Meanwhile, Pirates reached the semi-finals of the CAF Champions League before losing 3-2 to Pyramids FC in the second leg. So, close yet so far. Fresh off of their CAFCL heartbreak, Pirates sail in search of redemption. The same redemption Chiefs are after following their Soweto derby heartbreak where many felt they were robbed by the Sea Robbers.
This is just the beginning of the story. This will be Jose Riveiro's last Soweto derby in the PSL. Meanwhile, Nasreddine Nabi's career hangs on a thread. This thread could snap if they don't win either of the derbies but could be woven more tightly with victory.
Beyond their coaches careers and reputations and recent heartbreak, there is Soweto derby bragging rights and three points to play for. Chiefs need to stay in the top eight. Meanwhile, Pirates will want to seal second spot to secure safe passage into the CAFCL next season.
Finally, winning the derby grants respective fans bragging rights until the next one.
There is no dount that Pirates are the clear favourites based on form alone. They have had an excellent season under Riveiro. Meanwhile, Chiefs are struggling under Nasreddine Nabi.
However, form is thrown out the window when it comes to the Soweto derby. All the players rise and step up to the occasion. After all, all these players dreamt of playing in the Soweto derby. This is a dream shared by millions of young SA boys.
PREDICTION: Both sides will be up for this one. I sense a 1-1 draw after an intense and grueling 90 minutes in Soweto.
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