Orlando Pirates FC suffered a 1-0 loss to Mamelodi Sundowns on Wednesday in a high-profile South African Premiership match. The match, played in Soweto, saw Brazilian Lucas Ribeiro score the winning goal in the 12th minute. Ribeiro's shot sailed over goalkeeper Sipho Chaine and into the corner of the net, giving Sundowns their fifth straight win. The victory puts Sundowns seven points ahead of second-placed Golden Arrows. Orlando Pirates FC, on the other hand, is in the unaccustomed position of 11th place, having played two matches less than Sundowns. Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena praised his team's performance, saying they showed passion, character, and tactical awareness. Pirates' Spanish coach Jose Riveiro, however, was disappointed with his team's first-half performance, saying they were not themselves. The loss is a setback for Orlando Pirates FC, who are seeking to improve their position in the league. With the defeat, Pirates are now 11th in the Betway Premiership, while Sundowns continues to lead the pack. The match was tense, with nine yellow cards given out, and Sundowns' victory was well-deserved. Ribeiro's goal was his fifth of the season, making him the top scorer in the league. Orlando Pirates FC will look to bounce back from this loss in their next match, while Sundowns will aim to continue their winning streak. The team's next match is against Kaizer Chiefs on Saturday in the second leg of their MTN 8 Cup semi-final. And with Sundowns hosting Stellenbosch on September 27, they will look to equal the record of Kaizer Chiefs, who began the 2014-2015 season with eight straight victories. But for now, Orlando Pirates FC must regroup and focus on their next match. So, the team will look to improve their performance and get back to winning ways. The match against Sundowns was a tough one, but Orlando Pirates FC will learn from their mistakes and move forward.