Can Orlando Pirates Really Stop Mamelodi Sundowns From Winning the League?

Описание: We are back from AFCON, the Orlando Pirates squad is taking shape, and the title conversation is heating up.

In this episode of State of Football, we analyse Pirates’ recent performances, their transfer business, and ask the big question: do Orlando Pirates genuinely have what it takes to challenge Mamelodi Sundowns for the league title?

We break down Pirates’ first game after AFCON, debate the impact of new signings, and discuss whether the coach should have been more ruthless with his starting XI vs Sekhukhune. The conversation then shifts to a direct comparison between Pirates and Sundowns — from squad depth to best starting elevens — before arriving at an honest conclusion about who is best placed to win the league.

This is a real discussion about model vs machine, potential vs depth, and what it would mean if Pirates pull off something special this season.

Jump to the sections below and join the debate in the comments.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro and coming up
03:20 – Orlando Pirates’ new signings: De Jong, Msendani & Chabatsane | Losing Mbokazi
15:07 – Orlando Pirates vs Sekhukhune: performance and tactical analysis
29:54 – Tshepo Gumede’s best Orlando Pirates XI & comparison with Mamelodi Sundowns
48:10 – Final thoughts: Why Mamelodi Sundowns are still favourites to win the league

Episode shot and edited by: https://boldbehaviourza.co.za/