Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Orlando Pirates prepare to host Mamelodi Sundowns on February 18, 2026, with kick-off at 18:30, this SOUTH AFRICA: Premier League fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Orlando Pirates, currently 1st in the standings with 38 points from 16 games, are close to the leaders with only 0 points separating them. They've earned 21 points from 8 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 draws in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 0 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

Mamelodi Sundowns, sitting 2nd with 32 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 13 points from 8 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 draws in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 1 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.

Recent meetings between Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns have been competitive, ending in a 1-1 draw. Neither team has managed to gain a clear advantage in recent encounters.

In their previous league match against Marumo Gallants, Orlando Pirates recorded a 3-0 victory while lining up in a 4-3-3 formation. Their starting XI featured Chaine, Ndaba, Sibisi, Seema, Van Rooyen, Nemtajela, Makhaula, Maswanganyi, Appollis, Mbuthuma, Mofokeng. The setup allowed the team to control central areas while maintaining width through their wide attackers.

Mamelodi Sundowns's last outing came against Sekhukhune United, where they secured a 2-0 victory using a 4-3-3 system. Their starting XI featured Onyango, Lunga, Ndamane, Johannes, Morena, Mkhulise, Reisinho, Adams, Sales, Rayners, Leon. The setup allowed the team to control central areas while maintaining width through their wide attackers.

Looking ahead, Orlando Pirates are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest few goals: Orlando Pirates's fixtures have averaged 1.8 goals per game, with 2 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 10% of those matches, alongside 9 clean sheets. Mamelodi Sundowns's games average 2 goals, with 3 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 5 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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