Key stats ahead of much-anticipated Soweto derby
Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates resume their rivalry when the two most popular sides in Southern Africa face off in the hugely anticipated Betway Premiership clash at FNB Stadium on Saturday.
Below are some interesting statistics about the match as they prepare to face-off in another instalment of the derby where three crucial points and bragging rights will be at stake:
* Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro will join former Kaizer Chiefs coach Stuart Baxter in becoming the second coach with the most derby wins in all competitions if Pirates get the three points.
In three seasons since the Spaniard arrived at Pirates, he's faced Chiefs six times in all competitions, winning the last four including the semifinal of the Nedbank Cup in 2023.
* During Riveiro's time at Pirates, Chiefs have completed a league double once over Pirates in the 2022-2023 campaign when Amakhosi won 1-0 in both rounds.
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