Orlando Pirates staged a dramatic late comeback to secure a 2–2 draw against Richards Bay in a tightly contested league encounter. Richards Bay made a strong start, taking the lead through Gumede in the 10th minute before extending their advantage with a second goal from Zikhali in the 59th minute. Pirates responded through Appollis, who pulled one back in the 52nd minute, setting up a tense finish to the match.
As the game approached its conclusion, Pirates showed resilience, with Seema finding the equaliser deep into stoppage time to rescue a crucial point. The result keeps Pirates firmly in the title race, sitting just one point behind log leaders Mamelodi Sundowns. Meanwhile, Richards Bay remain mid-table in 10th position, continuing their push for stability with a mixed run of results this season.
Comments