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Orlando Pirates in CAF Champions League 2026/27: Results & Road to the Next Round
Orlando Pirates in CAF Champions League 2026/27 campaign has reached the Second Preliminary Round after the Buccaneers eliminated Mauritian champions La Cure Waves 3-1 on aggregate. A goalless first leg in Mauritius was followed by a 3-1 victory in Soweto, setting up a two-legged tie against Namibia’s African Stars for a place in the group stage. lebandit.lat
Pirates now have one qualifying round left before the 16-team group stage. The Second Preliminary Round first legs are scheduled for 16-18 October 2026, with the return fixtures from 23-25 October. African Stars are due to host the opening leg, with Pirates at home in the return, while the exact dates, venues and kick-off times await final confirmation.
This page tracks Orlando Pirates’ CAF Champions League results, their next opponent and the route that remains in the 2026/27 competition.
Orlando Pirates CAF Champions League 2026/27 results so far
| Date | Stage | Fixture | Result | Status |
| 6 Sep 2026 | First Preliminary Round – 1st leg | La Cure Waves vs Orlando Pirates | 0-0 | Tie level |
| 12 Sep 2026 | First Preliminary Round – 2nd leg | Orlando Pirates vs La Cure Waves | 3-1 | Pirates advance 3-1 agg. |
| 16-18 Oct 2026 | Second Preliminary Round – 1st leg | African Stars vs Orlando Pirates | TBC | Upcoming |
| 23-25 Oct 2026 | Second Preliminary Round – 2nd leg | Orlando Pirates vs African Stars | TBC | Upcoming |
The first round was decided in Soweto after Pirates had been held 0-0 in Port Louis. The away draw left the tie open, but it also meant the Buccaneers returned home knowing a victory would take them into the next round.
READ ALSO: CAF Champions League 2026/27: Sundowns and Orlando Pirates road to the group stage
How Orlando Pirates beat La Cure Waves
Pirates had to recover from an early setback in the second leg. Jean Ami capitalised on a defensive mix-up to put La Cure Waves ahead in the sixth minute, but the response came almost immediately as Kabelo Kgositsile finished from close range for his first Orlando Pirates goal.
Kamogelo Sebelebele completed the turnaround in the 25th minute after combining with Kgositsile, before Yanela Mbuthuma headed in the third from a Thapelo Mokobodi corner eight minutes before half-time. Pirates controlled the second half without adding to the scoreline and closed out a 3-1 win on the day and on aggregate.
The result completed the first half of Pirates’ qualification route. African Stars now stand between the South African champions and a place in the CAF Champions League group stage.
READ ALSO: Orlando Pirates club profile, fixtures, results and squad updates
Who are African Stars, Orlando Pirates’ next CAF opponents?
African Stars are the reigning Namibian champions and reached the Second Preliminary Round after overturning a difficult first-leg position against Gabon’s AS Mangasport. They lost 3-1 in Gabon before winning the return match 2-0 at Lucas Moripe Stadium.
Lawrence Doeseb opened the scoring in the 14th minute and Liam April added the second after the break. The tie finished 3-3 on aggregate, with African Stars progressing on the away-goals rule because of the goal they scored in the first leg.
Ronnie Kanalelo’s side therefore arrive in the next round with evidence that they can recover from a two-goal deficit. The tie also carries a personal link for Orlando Pirates winger Deon Hotto, who previously represented African Stars before moving on in his career.
The matchup was already defined by the CAF preliminary-round draw: the winner of AS Mangasport versus African Stars was paired with the winner of La Cure Waves versus Orlando Pirates. Both ties are now complete, leaving African Stars and Pirates to contest the final qualifying round before the group stage.
What Orlando Pirates need to reach the CAF Champions League group stage
The requirement is clear: Orlando Pirates must eliminate African Stars over two legs. The aggregate winner of the Second Preliminary Round will qualify for the 16-team CAF Champions League group stage.
CAF’s draw bracket places African Stars at home in the first leg and Orlando Pirates at home in the return. The opening match falls within the 16-18 October window, with the second leg scheduled for 23-25 October. The exact match dates, venues and kick-off times still require final confirmation.
There is no further qualifying round after this tie. Progress would place Pirates among the final 16 clubs, with the group phase beginning at the end of November and running through January.
| Stage | Orlando Pirates status | What happens next |
| First Preliminary Round | Beat La Cure Waves 3-1 on aggregate | Qualified |
| Second Preliminary Round | Face African Stars | Winner reaches group stage |
| Group Stage | Not yet qualified | 16 clubs; six matchdays |
READ ALSO: South African Premiership 2026/27 season preview
CAF Champions League 2026/27 key dates and where to follow Pirates
| Stage | Dates |
| Second Preliminary Round – first legs | 16-18 October 2026 |
| Second Preliminary Round – return legs | 23-25 October 2026 |
| Group Stage Matchday 1 | 27-29 November 2026 |
| Group Stage Matchday 2 | 4-6 December 2026 |
| Group Stage Matchday 3 | 18-20 December 2026 |
| Group Stage Matchday 4 | 8-10 January 2027 |
| Group Stage Matchday 5 | 15-17 January 2027 |
| Group Stage Matchday 6 | 22-24 January 2027 |
For confirmed fixtures, kick-off times, live scores and match events as the competition progresses, supporters can follow SP Score. The CAF Champions League schedule above provides the wider route from the Second Preliminary Round into the group phase.
Orlando Pirates CAF Champions League 2026/27 FAQs
Are Orlando Pirates still in the CAF Champions League 2026/27?
Yes. Orlando Pirates eliminated La Cure Waves 3-1 on aggregate and have reached the Second Preliminary Round.
Who will Orlando Pirates play next in the CAF Champions League?
Orlando Pirates will face Namibian champions African Stars in the Second Preliminary Round.
When will Orlando Pirates play African Stars?
The first leg will be played within the 16-18 October 2026 window and the return leg from 23-25 October. Exact fixture details are still to be confirmed.
How did Orlando Pirates do against La Cure Waves?
The first leg ended 0-0 in Mauritius before Pirates won the second leg 3-1 in Soweto, progressing 3-1 on aggregate.
Who scored for Orlando Pirates against La Cure Waves?
Kabelo Kgositsile, Kamogelo Sebelebele and Yanela Mbuthuma scored in the 3-1 second-leg victory.
What do Orlando Pirates need to reach the group stage?
Pirates must beat African Stars over two legs in the Second Preliminary Round. The aggregate winner qualifies for the 16-team group stage.
Conclusion
Orlando Pirates CAF Champions League 2026/27 campaign is one qualifying tie away from the group stage after the Buccaneers completed a 3-1 aggregate victory over La Cure Waves. African Stars are next, with the two-legged Second Preliminary Round scheduled across the 16-18 October and 23-25 October windows.
Pirates have cleared the first hurdle, but African Stars arrive after producing a significant comeback of their own against AS Mangasport. The aggregate winner will move directly into the 16-team group stage, where Matchday 1 is scheduled for 27-29 November 2026.
L’Argentine disputera trois matchs amicaux face à la Bolivie, au Burkina Faso et au Bénin
L’Argentine a désormais son programme pour la prochaine trêve internationale. La sélection de Lionel Scaloni disputera trois rencontres amicales sur ses terres entre fin septembre et début octobre, avec un passage par Córdoba avant de retrouver Buenos Aires pour les deux derniers rendez-vous.
L’Albiceleste débutera cette série le mercredi 30 septembre au stade Mario Alberto Kempes, dans la province de Córdoba, face à la Bolivie. Quatre jours plus tard, les Argentins retrouveront le stade de River Plate pour accueillir le Burkina Faso, le samedi 3 octobre, avant de boucler cette séquence le mardi 6 octobre contre le Bénin, toujours dans l’enceinte de Buenos Aires.
Ce programme offrira donc à Scaloni trois matchs en l’espace de sept jours, avec deux rencontres disputées dans la capitale argentine. Une séquence particulièrement dense qui permettra au sélectionneur de maintenir son groupe sous pression, d’observer plusieurs profils et de poursuivre la préparation de l’équipe dans un contexte international.
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LDC : Des poids lourds risquent de rester à quai au 2e tour
La TotalEnergies CAF Ligue des Champions 2026/27 entrera dans une phase décisive le mois prochain avec le coup d’envoi du deuxième tour préliminaire. Plusieurs des plus grands clubs du continent devront négocier des affiches à haut risque pour décrocher l’une des 16 places qualificatives pour la phase de groupes.
À l’issue du premier tour préliminaire, disputé ce week-end, le tableau s’est considérablement resserré. Les clubs encore en lice seront rejoints à ce stade par les champions en titre, Mamelodi Sundowns, ainsi que l’Espérance Sportive de Tunis et la RS Berkane, exemptés du premier tour.
Les matches aller du deuxième tour préliminaire se disputeront du 16 au 18 octobre, avant les rencontres retour, programmées du 23 au 25 octobre. Les 16 équipes victorieuses décrocheront leur billet pour la phase de groupes, dont le coup d’envoi est prévu à la fin du mois de novembre.
L’une des affiches les plus attendues opposera les champions en titre de Mamelodi Sundowns à Wiliete Sport Clube de Benguela, représentant l’Angola.
Wiliete a marqué les esprits dès le premier tour en éliminant les Seychellois de Foresters FC sur un score cumulé de (5 – 0). L’international angolais Mabululu a notamment inscrit trois des cinq buts de son équipe.
Les Égyptiens de Zamalek ont également impressionné lors du premier tour préliminaire. Les Cairotes ont largement dominé l’AS Port de Djibouti, s’imposant (4 – 0) au match retour pour porter leur succès cumulé à (6 – 1).
Ils retrouveront au prochain tour l’APR FC du Rwanda, auteur d’une belle remontée face aux Aigles du Congo. Battus (1 – 0) à l’aller, les Rwandais ont renversé la situation à Kigali en s’imposant (3 – 0), validant ainsi leur qualification sur un score cumulé de (3 – 1).
Autre poids lourd à faire son entrée en lice à ce stade, l’Espérance Sportive de Tunis, quadruple championne d’Afrique, affrontera le club libyen d’Al-Swehly.
La formation libyenne a affiché ses ambitions en dominant les Zanzibaris de KVZ. Après une victoire (1 – 0) à l’aller, Al-Swehly a confirmé au retour avec un succès (3 – 0), pour une qualification (4 – 0) sur l’ensemble des deux matches.
Ancien vainqueur de la compétition, Pyramids FC a lui aussi impressionné lors du premier tour. Le club égyptien, vainqueur (2 – 0) à l’extérieur face à Gor Mahia, a confirmé sa supériorité au retour avec une large victoire (5 – 1), soit un succès cumulé de (7 – 1).
Pyramids FC sera opposé au prochain tour à El Merriekh Bentiu du Soudan du Sud, qui a également franchi le premier tour avec autorité en éliminant Heegan FC sur un score cumulé de (4 – 0).
La Tanzanie a également vu Simba SC signer l’une des plus larges victoires du premier tour préliminaire. Après un succès (1 – 0) sur le terrain de Mighty Wanderers au Malawi, Simba a déroulé au match retour avec une victoire (6 – 1), portant son avantage cumulé à (7 – 1).
Les Tanzaniens affronteront désormais les Nigérians de Rangers International, qui ont dû batailler pour se défaire de l’AS Sobemap du Bénin. Au terme d’une confrontation très disputée, Rangers a finalement décroché sa qualification aux tirs au but.
En RD Congo, l’affiche entre le TP Mazembe, quintuple champion d’Afrique, et le Club Africain de Tunisie sera particulièrement suivie.
Mazembe a remporté ses deux confrontations face aux Ghanéens de Medeama, avec une victoire (1 – 0) à l’extérieur avant de s’imposer (3 – 1) à domicile, pour une qualification (4 – 1) sur l’ensemble des deux matches.
Le Club Africain a connu un parcours plus accroché. Après avoir remporté le match aller (1 – 0) face au Djoliba, le club tunisien a obtenu un nul (2 – 2) au Mali pour se qualifier sur un score cumulé de (3 – 2).
Rangers International – MC Alger, en souvenir de 1976
La confrontation entre ces deux anciens champions d’Afrique s’annonce comme l’une des plus attendues du deuxième tour préliminaire.
Autre affiche à suivre, celle entre le MC Alger et Rangers International du Nigéria, tandis que le Maghreb de Fès sera opposé aux Ivoiriens de l’ASEC Mimosas.
Le MC Alger a livré l’une des prestations les plus abouties du match retour en dominant l’ASN Nigelec (5 – 0). De son côté, le Maghreb de Fès a su préserver l’avantage acquis à l’aller face à Rahimo FC. Après leur large succès (4 – 1) au Burkina Faso, les Marocains ont conservé leur cage inviolée au retour.
Les Orlando Pirates poursuivront leur parcours continental face aux Namibiens d’African Stars, après avoir éliminé La Cure Waves de Maurice sur un score cumulé de (3 – 1).
African Stars a décroché sa qualification à l’issue d’une confrontation spectaculaire face aux Gabonais de Mangasport. Les Pirates, eux, s’appuieront sur leur victoire (3 – 1) lors du match retour face à La Cure Waves pour aborder le prochain tour avec confiance.
Autre club marocain exempté du premier tour, la RS Berkane fera ses débuts dans la compétition face à Star Sport Academy de Sierra Leone. Dans le même temps, les Soudanais d’Al Hilal Omdurman seront opposés aux Éthiopiens de Sidama Bunna.
La confrontation entre Young Africans et le CFFA de Madagascar promet également d’être intéressante, tandis que les Soudanais d’Al-Merreikh affronteront les Guinéens de Horoya AC. Ces derniers ont renversé une situation compromise face à la JS Saoura grâce à une victoire (3 – 1) au match retour.
Une affiche du premier tour préliminaire reste toutefois à déterminer. La formation équato-guinéenne de 15 de Agosto dispose d’un avantage conséquent de (4 – 0) face à Fomboni FC des Comores, après son succès lors du match aller le 11 septembre.
Le match retour est programmé le 3 octobre. Le vainqueur affrontera ensuite Simba SC au deuxième tour préliminaire.
À un seul tour de la phase de groupes, les clubs encore en lice s’apprêtent à relever un nouveau défi continental, où expérience, forme du moment et ambition seront déterminantes.
L’enjeu sera de taille pour les équipes engagées dans la course au plus prestigieux trophée des clubs africains, mais également à la prime record de 6 millions de dollars réservée au vainqueur de la TotalEnergies CAF Ligue des Champions.
La CAF accordera également 100 000 dollars aux clubs éliminés lors des tours préliminaires afin de contribuer à leurs frais de déplacement et autres coûts logistiques, dans le cadre des mesures mises en place pour alléger la charge financière liée à la participation aux compétitions interclubs africaines.
TotalEnergies CAF Ligue des Champions 2026/27 – Affiches du deuxième tour préliminaire :
Matches aller : 16-18 octobre 2026 | Matches retour : 23-25 octobre 2026 :
- African Stars (Namibie) – Orlando Pirates (Afrique du Sud)
- APR FC (Rwanda) – Zamalek (Égypte)
- Al-Swehly (Libye) – Espérance Sportive de Tunis (Tunisie)
- CFFA (Madagascar) – Young Africans (Tanzanie)
- El Merriekh Bentiu (Soudan du Sud) – Pyramids FC (Égypte)
- Horoya AC (Guinée) – Al-Merriekh (Soudan)
- Maghreb de Fès (Maroc) – ASEC Mimosas (Côte d’Ivoire)
- TP Mazembe (RD Congo) – Club Africain (Tunisie)
- Rangers International (Nigeria) – MC Alger (Algérie)
- San Pedro (Côte d’Ivoire) – Nouadhibou (Mauritanie)
- Scottland FC (Zimbabwe) – Petro Atlético (Angola)
- Sidama Bunna (Éthiopie) – Al Hilal Omdurman (Soudan)
- Star Sport Academy (Sierra Leone) – RS Berkane (Maroc)
- Teungueth FC (Sénégal) – Colombe Sportive (Cameroun)
- Wiliete (Angola) – Mamelodi Sundowns (Afrique du Sud)
- Simba (Tanzanie) – 15 de Agosto (Guinée équatoriale) ou Fomboni FC (Comores)
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Golden Arrows vs Kaizer Chiefs: Premier League 2026/27 Match Preview
Golden Arrows vs Kaizer Chiefs takes place on Sunday, 20 September 2026 at Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit, with kick-off scheduled for 15:00 SAST. The Premier League fixture brings together an unbeaten Kaizer Chiefs side and a Golden Arrows team that has already beaten Amakhosi once this season.
Chiefs enter the weekend fourth in the league with 12 points from six matches after a 1-1 draw away to Polokwane City. Golden Arrows are seventh with seven points from six matches after drawing 1-1 with Siwelele in Bloemfontein.
The fixture was originally set for a different date and venue, but the latest official listing has moved it to Mbombela Stadium. This preview covers the confirmed match details, recent form, verified team-news picture and the recent head-to-head between the clubs.
Golden Arrows vs Kaizer Chiefs match details
| Match detail | Information |
| Fixture | Golden Arrows vs Kaizer Chiefs |
| Competition | Premier League 2026/27 |
| Date | Sunday, 20 September 2026 |
| Kick-off | 15:00 SAST |
| Venue | Mbombela Stadium, Nelspruit |
| Kaizer Chiefs position | 4th — 12 points from 6 matches |
| Golden Arrows position | 7th — 7 points from 6 matches |
The league positions make this an important early-season match for both sides. Kaizer Chiefs remain unbeaten after six league games, while Golden Arrows have mixed a compact defensive start with results that include a home win over Stellenbosch and a draw away to Siwelele.
READ ALSO: PSL 2026/27 season preview
Golden Arrows form and team news
Golden Arrows come into the fixture after a 1-1 draw with Siwelele on 13 September. Philani Kumalo scored early in the second half before Siwelele responded, leaving Abafana Bes’thende with seven points from six league matches.
Their recent league run has included a 1-0 win over Stellenbosch, draws against TS Galaxy and Durban City, and a 2-1 defeat to Mamelodi Sundowns. Arrows have therefore been competitive in tight matches, with four of their six league fixtures producing no more than two total goals.
Golden Arrows had not published a match-specific injury or suspension bulletin for the Kaizer Chiefs game at the time of this update. The starting XI and final availability should only be confirmed from official club communication on matchday.
READ ALSO: Golden Arrows vs Stellenbosch: recent SportPesa South Africa match coverage
Kaizer Chiefs form and team news
Kaizer Chiefs remain unbeaten in the Premier League after six matches. Their latest outing ended 1-1 away to Polokwane City on 12 September, with Lebohang Maboe scoring in the first half before a second-half own goal left the teams level.
That result followed a 3-2 win over Siwelele, a 2-2 draw with Richards Bay, a 1-1 draw with Mamelodi Sundowns and a 2-0 victory over Sekhukhune United. Chiefs have shown they can score consistently, but three draws in the opening six league games have kept them behind the early leaders.
Kaizer Chiefs had not issued a fixture-specific injury or suspension update for the Golden Arrows match at the time of publication. Fernando Da Cruz’s confirmed lineup should therefore be treated separately once the official teams are released.
READ ALSO: Kaizer Chiefs club profile, fixtures, results and squad updates
Golden Arrows vs Kaizer Chiefs H2H and recent meetings
The most recent meeting gives Golden Arrows an immediate reference point. Arrows beat Kaizer Chiefs 1-0 at FNB Stadium in the MTN8 quarter-final on 9 August 2026, with Khulekani Shezi scoring the decisive goal early in the second half.
| Date | Competition | Fixture | Result |
| 9 Aug 2026 | MTN8 | Kaizer Chiefs vs Golden Arrows | 0-1 |
| 20 Jan 2026 | Premier League | Kaizer Chiefs vs Golden Arrows | 1-0 |
| 2025/26 | Premier League | Golden Arrows vs Kaizer Chiefs | 0-1 |
Chiefs won both league meetings in the previous campaign, but Arrows reversed that pattern in the MTN8 this season. That recent cup result adds context to the league meeting without changing the separate demands of a Premiership fixture.
Where to follow Golden Arrows vs Kaizer Chiefs
For changing match information such as the live score, confirmed lineups, goals, cards and match events, supporters can follow SP Score. This page should remain the pre-match preview, while confirmed lineups, live updates and the final result should be handled separately as the match develops.
Fans who want to view the football markets available for the fixture can also visit SportPesa South Africa’s soccer section. Market availability and prices can change before kick-off.
Golden Arrows vs Kaizer Chiefs FAQs
When is Golden Arrows vs Kaizer Chiefs?
The match is scheduled for Sunday, 20 September 2026.
What time is Golden Arrows vs Kaizer Chiefs?
Kick-off is scheduled for 15:00 SAST.
Where is Golden Arrows vs Kaizer Chiefs being played?
The latest official listing places the fixture at Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit.
What competition is Golden Arrows vs Kaizer Chiefs in?
It is a Premier League 2026/27 fixture.
Where are Kaizer Chiefs in the league table?
Kaizer Chiefs are fourth with 12 points from six matches at the time of this update.
Where are Golden Arrows in the league table?
Golden Arrows are seventh with seven points from six matches at the time of this update.
Who won the last Golden Arrows vs Kaizer Chiefs meeting?
Golden Arrows won 1-0 in the MTN8 quarter-final on 9 August 2026.
Are the Golden Arrows vs Kaizer Chiefs lineups confirmed?
No. Confirmed starting XIs should only be added once the clubs officially release them.
Conclusion
Golden Arrows vs Kaizer Chiefs brings together two sides with contrasting early-season league records and a recent cup meeting that Arrows won 1-0. The Premiership fixture is currently scheduled for Sunday, 20 September at 15:00 SAST at Mbombela Stadium.
Chiefs enter the match unbeaten in league competition with 12 points from six games, while Golden Arrows have seven points from six. Any late team-news changes and the confirmed starting lineups should be checked against official club communication before kick-off.