Galaxy upset Sundowns as Pirates near Premiership title
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Orlando Pirates are one win away from clinching the South African Premiership after Mamelodi Sundowns lost to Galaxy in Mbombela. This result strengthens Pirates' position at the top of the league and edges them closer to the championship. The final title decider is likely to be held at either FNB Stadium or Mbombela Stadium.
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- •Galaxy defeated Mamelodi Sundowns in a match held in Mbombela on May 12, 2026.
- •Orlando Pirates need only one more win to secure the South African Premiership title.
- •The title-deciding match for the Pirates is expected to take place at FNB Stadium or Mbombela Stadium.
- •Mamelodi Sundowns have previously lost the league title to Orlando Pirates in five different matches.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Orlando Pirates win their next match they will be crowned South African Premiership champions, ending the season as league leaders.
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AFRICABusiness Day (South Africa)Pirates’ title decider probably headed for FNB or MbombelaAFRICAIOL (South Africa)Five matches where Mamelodi Sundowns handed the league title to Orlando PiratesAFRICABusiness Day (South Africa)Galaxy stun Sundowns, as Pirates set to be crowned new Premiership championsAFRICA