Super Eagles star Olisa Ndah stole the show as he was crowned Man of the Match in Orlando Pirates’ dominant 3-0 victory over Polokwane City in the Betway Premiership on Tuesday night.

The Pirates entered the game riding on the back of two back-to-back wins—a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Jwaneng Galaxy in the CAF Champions League qualifiers and a 2-1 triumph over Chippa United in their league opener, Footballrover reports.

However, it took them a while to get going in this encounter, with the first half ending in a goalless stalemate at Orlando Stadium.

☠️ FT | @orlandopirates 3 – 0 @polokwane_city

🥅 Saleng 55’, Makgopa 85’, 90+1’

⚫⚪🔴⭐#MatchDay#BetwayPrem#OrlandoPirates #OnceAlways pic.twitter.com/PSCFK9AFJK

— Orlando Pirates (@orlandopirates) September 24, 2024

After a tight first half, the Buccaneers came out flying in the second, and Monnapule Saleng broke the deadlock just ten minutes after the restart, igniting the Pirates’ attacking engine.

As Polokwane City struggled to regroup, Evidence Makgopa stepped up, adding a second goal five minutes from full-time.

He wasn’t finished there, netting his brace deep into stoppage time to complete a commanding win for the home side.

With the Pirates firing on all cylinders in attack, Olisa Ndah anchored the defence with authority.

Despite being subbed off in the 84th minute for Nkosinathi Sibisi, the 26-year-old Nigerian defender’s contribution was unmistakable.

He controlled the backline with precision, racking up 61 touches and delivering 39 accurate passes while making crucial defensive interventions—five clearances, four headed clearances, two recoveries, and winning three aerial duels.

His all-round performance earned him the Man of the Match award.

☠️ Man of the Match | @olisandah6

⚽️ FT | @orlandopirates 3 – 0 @polokwane_city

🥅 Saleng 55’, Makgopa 85’, 90+1’

⚫⚪🔴⭐#MatchDay#BetwayPrem#OrlandoPirates #OnceAlways pic.twitter.com/LigqLRYceg

— Orlando Pirates (@orlandopirates) September 24, 2024

Orlando Pirates dominated possession and fired off 13 shots, while Polokwane City couldn’t muster a single shot on target, reflecting the Buccaneers’ total control of the match.

The victory extended the Pirates’ unbeaten run across all competitions, cementing their place at the top of the league alongside Mamelodi Sundowns.

As the Pirates eye more success, they’ll be looking to carry their momentum into their next clash against Richards Bay this Sunday.

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Last Updated on September 25, 2024 11:44 am by footballrover