Marumo Gallants FC vs Orlando Pirates - Premier League
Fixture Preview - 12 August 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
Marumo Gallants FC will host Orlando Pirates at Thohoyandou Stadium on Tuesday, 12 August, in what promises to be an intriguing Premier League clash. Gallants come into this match with a mixed bag of results, having recorded two wins, two draws, and a loss in their last five outings. In contrast, Orlando Pirates have struggled recently, managing just one win alongside four disappointing results. Historically, Gallants have had the upper hand in their last ten encounters, winning five times, which could provide them with a psychological edge. One key angle to consider is the potential for both teams to find the net. With three of their last ten head-to-head matches ending with both teams scoring, and given the odds of 2.37 for BTTS, this could be a worthwhile bet. Additionally, the Pirates' recent form suggests defensive vulnerabilities, which Gallants may exploit. With the stakes high for both sides, expect a competitive match that could well see goals at both ends.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 |  Kaizer Chiefs | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| 3 |  Mamelodi Sundowns | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
| 4 |  Durban City | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
| 5 |  Marumo Gallants FC | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
| 6 |  AmaZulu | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
| 7 |  Polokwane City | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 8 |  Golden Arrows | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 9 |  TS Galaxy | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 10 | Siwelele | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 11 |  Orlando Pirates | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 12 |  Orbit College | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 13 |  Magesi | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 14 |  Stellenbosch | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 12, 2025 | Marumo Gallants FC | 2–1 | Orlando Pirates | Premier League |
| March 1, 2025 | Marumo Gallants FC | 2–0 | Orlando Pirates | Premier League |
| December 24, 2024 | Orlando Pirates | 8–1 | Marumo Gallants FC | Premier League |
| January 28, 2023 | Marumo Gallants FC | 0–2 | Orlando Pirates | Premier League |
| August 24, 2022 | Orlando Pirates | 1–0 | Marumo Gallants FC | Premier League |
| December 20, 2021 | Orlando Pirates | 2–1 | Marumo Gallants FC | Premier League |
| August 24, 2021 | Marumo Gallants FC | 0–0 | Orlando Pirates | Premier League |
| June 5, 2021 | Orlando Pirates | 0–0 | Marumo Gallants FC | Premier League |
| January 13, 2021 | Marumo Gallants FC | 0–3 | Orlando Pirates | Premier League |