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Orlando Pirates emerge as PSL title contenders and Mamelodi Sundowns need to take them seriously

Over the last few weeks, Orlando Pirates have emerged as serious contenders for the PSL title.

The Buccaneers moved into second place on the league standings after securing a convincing victory over an in-form Chippa United on Saturday evening.

Three goals from Deon Hotto, Ben Motshwari and Riaan Hanamub (own-goal) inspired the Buccaneers to a 3-0 victory over the Chilli Boys in Port Elizabeth.

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Deon Hotto, Orlando Pirates & Isaac Nhlapo, Chippa United, March 2021

The Soweto giants are now breathing down the necks of Sundowns in the race for the championship as they are a point behind leaders, Masandawana on the standings.