Get the official Golden Arrows vs Orlando Pirates Starting Line up and predicted lineup, Live results score, and head-to-head stats for this PSL match — a thrilling battle of form and tactics.
Golden Arrows face off against Orlando Pirates in the Premier League of South Africa on November 5, with kickoff set for 19:30 (ZA local time).
Starting Line up & Live Score Results
Predicted Starting Lineups
Golden Arrows (probable XI):
Xolani Ngcobo (GK); Themba Mantshiyane, Ayanda Jiyane, Osborn Maluleke, Keenan Phillips; Isaac Cisse, Nqobeko Dlamini, Ayabulela Maxwele, Siyanda Mthanti; Junior Dion, Jerome Karelse.
Orlando Pirates (probable XI):
Sipho Chaine (GK); Deon Hotto, Mbekezile Mbokazi, Lebone Seema, Thabiso Lebitso; Masindi Nemtajela, Sihle Nduli, Tshepang Moremi, Cemran Dansin; Oswin Appollis, Evidence Makgopa.
(Lineups will be confirmed closer to kickoff.)
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Key Players to Watch
For Golden Arrows, the attacking duo of Thokozani Khumalo and Junior Dion continues to shine under coach Manqoba Mngqithi. Dion remains the team’s top scorer this season with seven goals, while Khumalo leads in assists with five. Their chemistry up front, supported by Siyanda Mthanti, Jerome Karelse, and Nqobeko Dlamini, provides depth and creativity in the attacking third.
Meanwhile, Orlando Pirates’ offensive strength lies in the contributions of Evidence Makgopa and Oswin Appollis, both of whom have been key to the team’s attacking momentum. Tshepang Moremi leads the Pirates’ scoring chart with two goals, while Makgopa tops the assist tally with three. Additional depth comes from Deon Hotto, Kamogelo Sebelebele, and Lebone Seema, who have all made valuable contributions this season.
Head-to-Head Record
Across their last six meetings since January 2023, Orlando Pirates have dominated this fixture, winning five matches, while the other ended in a draw.
Recent H2H Results:
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May 13, 2025: Orlando Pirates 3–0 Golden Arrows
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May 6, 2025: Golden Arrows 1–2 Orlando Pirates
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Apr 6, 2024: Orlando Pirates 7–1 Golden Arrows
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Dec 17, 2023: Golden Arrows 1–2 Orlando Pirates
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Oct 1, 2023: Golden Arrows 0–0 Orlando Pirates
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Jan 14, 2023: Orlando Pirates 3–1 Golden Arrows
In these meetings, Golden Arrows have scored 4 goals, while Pirates have netted 17, showcasing their offensive superiority in this rivalry.
Season Stats
Golden Arrows have registered 5 wins, 1 draw, and 5 losses in 11 Premier League games this season, scoring 17 goals (1.55 per match) and conceding 13 (1.18 per match).
Orlando Pirates, meanwhile, boast a strong record of 6 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses in 9 matches, scoring 11 goals (1.22 per match) and conceding only 4 (0.44 per match).
Recent Form
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Golden Arrows: WWWLLW (recently defeated Marumo Gallants & TS Galaxy)
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Orlando Pirates: DWWWW (recent draw vs Mamelodi Sundowns)
Over their last 20 matches, Golden Arrows have won 9, drawn 3, and lost 8, while Orlando Pirates have been in excellent form with 15 wins, 3 draws, and just 2 defeats.
