Live score: Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns MTN8 final

0 2026 MTN8 final: Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns at the Moses Mabhida Stadium. Image: Mamelodi Sundowns media Home » Sport » Soccer » Premier Soccer League » Live score: Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns MTN8 final

Orlando Pirates play host to Mamelodi Sundowns in the MTN8 final at the Moses Mabhida Stadium. Follow the live updates here.

0 2026 MTN8 final: Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns at the Moses Mabhida Stadium. Image: Mamelodi Sundowns media Orlando Pirates have eyes on an unprecedented record fifth consecutive MTN8 title. This evening’s opponents, Mamelodi Sundowns have not won this trophy since 2021.

The starting line ups will be confirmed by 17:00. Kick off is at 18:00.

Meanwhile, referee Abongile Tom will officiate the match.

Sundowns: Goalkeeper: Ronwen Williams, Right back: Thabang Matuludi, Central defender: Grant Kekana, Central defender: Khulumani Ndamane, Left back: Aubrey Modiba; Defensive Midfielder: Teboho Mokoena, Central Midfielder: Marcelo Allende; Left winger: Antonio van Wyk, Attacking midfielder: Nuno Santos, Right winger: Tashreeq Matthews; Striker: Brayan Leon.

Pirates: Goalkeeper: Sipho Chaine, Right back: Kamogelo Sebelebele, Left back: Deon Hotto, Central defender: Nkosinathi Sibisi, Central defender: Lebone Seema, Defensive midfielder: Mthetheleli Mthiyane, Central midfielder: Thapelo Mokobodi, Attacking midfielder: Simphiwe Masilela, Left winger: Oswin Appollis, Right winger: Tshepang Moremi, Striker: Yanela Mbuthuma.

The last meeting between Pirates and Sundowns took place on 18 February 2026 in a Betway Premiership clash at FNB Stadium, where Sundowns secured a 2-1 victory.

Ka bo yellow dominated the first half, with Brayan León scoring in the 37th and 41st minutes to give his team a two-goal lead. However, Patrick Maswanganyi pulled one back for Pirates in the 47th minute, immediately after the break.

Pirates pushed for an equaliser in the second half, but Sundowns held on to secure all three points.

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