Gonzalez Strikes Again: Cape Town City Stun Orlando Pirates To Shake Up Psl Title Race

Orlando Pirates faltered in their bid to climb to the top of the Betway Premiership table, falling 1-0 to Cape Town City in a tense encounter at Cape Town Stadium on Wednesday night.

With the defeat, Jose Riveiro's Buccaneers remain on 27 points, three behind log leaders Mamelodi Sundowns, who have played the same number of matches 11.

The match highlighted Pirates' inconsistency, as their potent attack failed to break down a resolute City defence, leaving them to rue missed opportunities in a title race that grows increasingly competitive.

For Cape Town City, the victory marked a significant milestone under the leadership of Muhsin Ertugral, who took over as interim head coach and technical director after Eric Tinkler's departure on New Year's Eve.

The win was their second in just four days, following a triumph over Kaizer Chiefs, completing an impressive Soweto double.