Orlando Pirates vs Marumo Gallants: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Orlando Pirates prepare to host Marumo Gallants on February 14, 2026, with kick-off at 14:30, this SOUTH AFRICA: Premier League fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Orlando Pirates, currently 1st in the standings with 35 points from 15 games, are close to the leaders with only 0 points separating them. They've earned 18 points from 7 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 6 goals.

Marumo Gallants, sitting 13th with 15 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 5 points from 9 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 2 draws and 3 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 2 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Orlando Pirates and Marumo Gallants have favored Orlando Pirates, with Orlando Pirates claiming victory in their most recent clash (1-0). Over the past few seasons, Orlando Pirates have held the upper hand in this matchup.

In their previous league match against AmaZulu Durban, Orlando Pirates recorded a 2-0 victory while lining up in a 3-4-3 formation. Their starting XI featured Chaine, Hotto, Sibisi, Seema, Van Rooyen, Makhaula, Mbatha, Mofokeng, Appollis, Moremi, Mbuthuma. With three at the back, the team looked to dominate possession and overwhelm centrally.

Marumo Gallants's last outing came against AmaZulu Durban, where they secured a 0-1 defeat using a 3-4-3 system. Their starting XI featured Arubi, Mabotja, Sikhosana, Agnikoi, Ncube, Mabuza, Nhlapho, Ouattara, Mwiinde, Doumbia, Ndlovu. With three at the back, the team looked to dominate possession and overwhelm centrally.

Looking ahead, Orlando Pirates are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Orlando Pirates and Marumo Gallants 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 1.9 goals per game, with 2 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 20% of those matches, alongside 8 clean sheets. Marumo Gallants's games average 1.9 goals, with 2 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 30% of those matches, alongside 0 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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