Orlando Pirates FC Host Ben Youssef's Durban City in MTN8
Orlando Pirates FC will host Ben Youssef's Durban City in the MTN8 quarter-finals at the Orlando Stadium on Saturday, August 7, at 15:00. The match will be the team's first competitive fixture of the season after their opening league encounter was postponed.
What happened?
The Premier Soccer League (PSL) has confirmed the dates, kick-off times, and venues for the MTN8 quarter-finals. The action kicks off on Saturday, August 7, with Orlando Pirates FC hosting Ben Youssef's Durban City at the Orlando Stadium at 15:00.
Why it matters for Orlando Pirates FC
The match will be a crucial test for the team as they look to bounce back from their opening league encounter being postponed. Orlando Pirates FC will be looking to make a strong statement in the MTN8 and prove their worth as one of the top teams in the league.
What comes next?
The MTN8 quarter-finals will continue on Sunday, August 8, with Mamelodi Sundowns facing Polokwane City FC at the Lucas Masterpieces Moripe Stadium in Atteridgeville at 18:00. The quarter-finals will wrap up with Kaizer Chiefs hosting Golden Arrows at the FNB Stadium in Soweto at 18:00.
Orlando Pirates FC are currently 2nd in the Premier Soccer League, with 3 points, 1 win, 0 draws, and 0 losses from 1 game, with a recent form of W. The team has scored 2 goals this season and conceded 0.
League standing: 2nd in Premier Soccer League, 3 pts, 1W-0D-0L from 1 games, recent form W. Goals this season: 2 scored, 0 conceded (+2 goal difference).
