The race for the Betway Premiership title is reaching a boiling point. Orlando Pirates currently sit in second place with 65 points from 28 matches. They are trailing the leaders, Mamelodi Sundowns FC, by only three points. Notably, the Brazilians have played one more fixture than the Buccaneers.
Former captain Lucky Lekgwathi believes this current squad is mirroring the success of his generation. He famously led the team to their last league title back in 2012. Now, he sees a historic treble as a very real possibility. The team has already secured both the MTN8 and the Carling Knockout trophies this season.
A Unified Team Effort
In a recent interview with soccerladuma.co.za, Lekgwathi praised the collective approach of the squad. He noted that the team attacks and defends as a single unit. This cohesion is a hallmark of championship-winning sides.
Lekgwathi highlighted a specific tactical strength. He pointed out that defenders are contributing vital goals. This reminds him of the 2012 era. Back then, contributions from all over the pitch helped the club secure domestic dominance. Today, goals are coming from defenders, midfielders, and strikers alike.
Breaking Records
The progress under Abdeslam Ouaddou is also reflected in the record books. The club has now won the MTN8 four times in a row. This surpasses the back-to-back achievements of Lekgwathi’s era.
Individual milestones are also falling. Record-breaking performances in goal have been a major factor. Specifically, Sipho Chaine has overtaken the clean sheet record previously held by Moeneeb Josephs. Such statistics suggest a team that is maturing at the right time.
Dreaming of the Title
Lekgwathi is eager to see the league trophy return to Orlando. He admitted that he is already dreaming of the celebrations. He intends to follow the trophy bus if the team completes the treble. This would match the club’s iconic achievement from 2010.
For more insights into the final weeks of the season, visit our predictions section. The battle for the summit is far from over.