Orlando Pirates FC hold a strong recent record against Siwelele FC, with their last five meetings showing a clear pattern of dominance. According to data from TNT Sports, the Buccaneers have won three of those encounters, drawing two and losing none, a run that stretches back to the 2024 season.
This statistical edge comes as the Soweto giants prepare for a busy period across domestic and continental fronts. Their most recent outing was a 1-0 victory in the African Champions League on September 6, 2026, a positive start to their continental campaign. In the Betway Premiership, their form has been solid, with a win on September 1 following earlier results in August. Fans can track the team's progress on our dedicated standings page.
What is Orlando Pirates' recent form?
Orlando Pirates have started the 2026/27 season with purpose. Their league campaign kicked off with a win on August 2, 2026, and they followed that with another victory on August 12. A match on August 16 added to their points tally, and they secured another three points on August 25. The team's momentum was briefly interrupted by a draw on September 1, but they bounced back with their Champions League success a few days later. This consistent performance has them well-placed in the early table.
Their schedule shows no signs of letting up, with a important league fixture against Royal AM scheduled for September 13, 2026. Supporters looking ahead can view the full calendar on our fixtures section.
How have they fared against Siwelele FC?
The head-to-head history with Siwelele FC shows Orlando Pirates' upper hand. The last meeting between the two sides was a Betway Premiership clash on March 14, 2026, which ended in a 2-0 victory for the Pirates. Before that, they played to a 1-1 draw on September 23, 2025. The sequence includes a comprehensive 3-0 win for Pirates on May 20, 2025, and another 2-1 victory on October 22, 2024. The run began with a 1-1 draw on May 25, 2024.
This five-match unbeaten streak provides a psychological boost ahead of any future meeting. The detailed player contributions to these results are available in our stats hub.
What does the fixture list look like?
Orlando Pirates are navigating a demanding period with matches in two competitions. After the international break, their focus returns to the Betway Premiership with the game against Royal AM. Balancing domestic duties with the African Champions League group stage will test the squad's depth and management throughout the autumn.
The team's upcoming schedule is a mix of familiar league opponents and new continental challenges. Maintaining fitness and avoiding injuries will be important, and fans can monitor squad availability via our injuries page. The next fixture after the Royal AM game is set for September 20, 2026, against Stellenbosch FC in the league.
