Soweto Derby: The last 10 clashes between Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs
Orlando Pirates have enjoyed dominance in recent encounters, claiming victory in six of the past seven games against Kaizer Chiefs, while the AmaKhosi have secured four triumphs in the last ten fixtures.
No draws have materialised in this rivalry over the previous 17 outings, with the most recent tie being a 2-2 result during the 2019 Telkom Knockout.
March 5, 2022 (Betway Premiership)
Orlando Pirates 1-2 Kaizer Chiefs
A tightly contested match where Chiefs took the lead twice and managed to secure the points. Reeve Frosler opened the scoring with an excellent effort in the first half. Pirates fought back, levelling the score ten minutes into the second half through Kwame Peprah. However, Chiefs prevailed when Erick Mathoho headed in Keagan Dolly's corner with nine minutes remaining.
October 29, 2022 (Betway Premiership)
Orlando Pirates 0-1 Kaizer Chiefs
This memorable derby will be recalled more for the stunning goal by Chiefs midfielder Yusuf Maart than the full 90 minutes. Maart collected the ball in his own half, noticed Pirates keeper Siyabonga Mpontshane out of position, and unleashed a 60-yard strike that found the net. This extended Chiefs' streak to four straight wins over their fierce opponents.
February 25, 2023 (Betway Premiership)
Kaizer Chiefs 1-0 Orlando Pirates
Chiefs extended their run to five consecutive victories against their rivals with a last-minute own goal from Orlando Pirates' Olisa Ndah. The game was intense and physical, with Pirates' Innocent Maela sent off after 60 minutes, while Chiefs escaped a similar fate. It seemed destined for a goalless outcome until Ndah's mishap. Arthur Zwane, the former Chiefs coach, became the first South African manager in PSL history to beat Pirates twice in one season.
May 6, 2023 (Nedbank Cup)
Kaizer Chiefs 1-2 Orlando Pirates
Pirates achieved a late extra-time success in this Nedbank Cup semi-final, halting their five-game losing streak in the derby. They controlled much of the action, taking an early lead via Kermit Erasmus. Chiefs responded late through Yusuf Maart's goal with 11 minutes left, less flashy than his previous effort. As penalties loomed, Sandile Mthethwa, who rarely played for Pirates, scored in the 114th minute to clinch it.
November 11, 2023 (Betway Premiership)
Kaizer Chiefs 0-1 Orlando Pirates
This marked the second win in Pirates' record-breaking five-game streak against Chiefs, where they held sway throughout the period. A narrow success came courtesy of Evidence Makgopa's solitary strike after 20 minutes, allowing Jose Riveiro's team to defend their lead effectively.
March 9, 2024 (Betway Premiership)
Orlando Pirates 3-2 Kaizer Chiefs
An exhilarating derby saw Chiefs lead twice through Ashley du Preez's strikes, yet they fell short in a high-scoring affair. Du Preez scored after six minutes, but Monnapule Saleng equalised for the Buccaneers. Chiefs regained the advantage just before half-time with Du Preez's second. Thabiso Lebitso levelled it again near the hour mark, shifting momentum. Saleng's second goal sealed the win, highlighting his value before his subsequent issues at the club. This stands as one of the most exciting recent derbies.
February 1, 2025 (Betway Premiership)
Orlando Pirates 1-0 Kaizer Chiefs
The PSL scheduled the 2024/25 derbies for the latter part of the season, resulting in nearly a year between meetings. The match appeared headed for a goalless draw until a late penalty was awarded to Pirates in stoppage time. Njabulo Blom fouled Relebohile Mofokeng in the area, and Patrick Maswanganyi's Panenka spot-kick in the 96th minute delivered the victory.
May 3, 2025 (Betway Premiership)
Kaizer Chiefs 1-2 Orlando Pirates
Pirates established a new club benchmark with a fifth straight win over Chiefs, something unprecedented for them. They trailed early after Glody Lilepo's second-minute goal gave Chiefs a perfect start. Evidence Makgopa restored parity midway through the first half from Mohau Nkota's assist, and Relebohile Mofokeng's 69th-minute strike completed the comeback, securing a league double for the Buccaneers.
May 10, 2025 (Nedbank Cup)
Kaizer Chiefs 2-1 Orlando Pirates
A week after their league clash, the sides faced off in the Nedbank Cup final in Durban, where Chiefs snapped their poor run against Pirates and lifted their first trophy in ten years. Gaston Sirino converted a 10th-minute penalty for the lead, but Makgopa replied for Pirates, continuing his scoring trend versus Chiefs. The score held until Maart's 80th-minute winner ignited joyous celebrations for the AmaKhosi.
February 28, 2026 (Betway Premiership)
Kaizer Chiefs 0-3 Orlando Pirates
This represented the latest start for a league derby in an August-May schedule, as the PSL delayed it once more. Pirates delivered a decisive triumph, their largest margin over Chiefs since 2020. Tshepang Moremi struck within five minutes, followed by Oswin Appollis's goal six minutes before half-time. Substitute Evidence Makgopa added a third, marking his fourth derby goal and third in successive games against Chiefs.