Orbit College face Pirates in nail

A win at Orbit College is all Orlando Pirates need to claim their first league crown in 14 years. This is a crucial match for the team, and here is what you need to know about the upcoming game.

Orlando Pirates’ Path to the Title

The Pirates have a date with destiny on the final day of the 2025-26 Betway Premiership campaign. They know that three points will deliver their first league crown in 14 years. Anything other than a win will see Sundowns win their ninth title on the bounce. The Orbit College vs Orlando Pirates match is set to take place on Saturday, 23 May, with kickoff at 15:00, and the match will air on DStv channel 202.

Understanding the Title Permutations

After failing to beat Durban City at Orlando Stadium, Pirates must win at Orbit College on the final day to win this season’s Betway Premiership title. Orbit College has its own incentive to get a positive result, as a win for the hosts would potentially see them climb out of the relegation playoff slot, depending on how Marumo Gallants go against Stellenbosch. Gallants and Orbit are level on 24 points, but Gallants sit above College by virtue of a superior goal difference. Pirates can expect Orbit to be fighting for their lives and giving them a tough time on Saturday.

Orbit College’s Fight Against Relegation

Orbit College’s relegation fate is not entirely in its hands. As it stands, they are 15th out of 16 teams and on course to contest the promotion/relegation playoffs. A point against Orlando Pirates will, at the very least, ensure that they do not finish bottom of the table and suffer automatic relegation. This makes the match a high-stakes encounter for both teams, with a lot on the line.