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DStv Premiership – Sundowns vs Pirates, Saturday 17 February: kick-off time, predicted teams, where to watch and more!

The much-anticipated DStv Premiership returns this weekend! Mamelodi host Orlando Pirates as the two sides renew their rivalry in a battle for honours. Get the latest team news, kick-off times and more here!

Bradley Ralani of Mamelodi Sundowns celebrates goal with teammates

The much-anticipated DStv Premiership returns this weekend! Mamelodi host Orlando Pirates as the two sides renew their rivalry in a battle for honours. Get the latest team news, kick-off times and more here!

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Riveiro vs Mokwena: An intense tactical battle for managerial superiority

Two of the more astute tactical minds renew their managerial rivalry as the Buccaneers travel to Loftus Versveld Stadium to face the Brazilians.

Past encounters have resulted in intense tactical battles more akin to chess matches with both managers seemingly finding inspiration from Roberto De Zerbi’s Brighton side.

Both teams welcome the opposition press while employing a ball-playing goalkeeper to initiate attacking passages of play.

Sund0wns incredibly remain undefeated under Rulani Mokwena in 14 matches played so far this season and hold a nine-point lead at the top of the standings. While Pirates sit in fifth position, 18 points behind Saturday’s opponents and will be aiming to avoid a hat-trick of defeats on Saturday.

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Last Meeting

4 February 2023

The last time the two sides met was in the MTN8 final in October 2023 where the Buccaneers ran out winners on penalties. The previous league encounter was a 1-0 away win for the Brazilians at Orlando Stadium in September 2023.

When and Where to Watch

Build up to the encounter starts at 19:45 live on SuperSport PSL (channel 202) on Saturday, with match coverage beginning at 19:55.

Betting Odds

Sundowns 8/10 | Draw 22/10 | Pirates 36/10

Predicted line-ups

Sundowns

Pirates

Loftus Versfeld Stadium

Saturday’s encounter is set to take place in Pretoria with the visitors facing the difficult task of clinching an away win. The contest will take place in front of an electric crowd at a close-to-sold-out stadium.

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