The 2026 MTN8 final kicks off at 18:00, with referee Abongile Tom to officiate the match. Orlando Pirates have eyes on an unprecedented record fifth consecutive MTN8 title. This evening’s opponents, Mamelodi Sundowns have not won this trophy since 2021.
MTN8 FINAL CONFIRMED STARTING LINE UPS
Orlando Pirates: Chaine, Sebelebele, Hotto, Seema, Sibisi (C), Mbatha, Selepe, Mokobodi, Mbuthuma, Lungu, Moremi.
Substitutes: Dladla, Zulu, Ndaba, Nkota, Mthiyane, Masilela, Kgositsile, Appollis, Makgopa.
Sundowns starting line up: Williams (C), Khoza, Ndamane, Morena, Matuludi, Mokoena, Allende, Modiba, Santos, Matthews, León.
Substitutes: Goss, Mvala, Zwane, Lunga, Ndlovu, Mailula, Cele, Van Wyk, Rayners.
The last meeting between Pirates and Sundowns took place on 18 February 2026 in a Betway Premiership clash at FNB Stadium, where Sundowns secured a 2-1 victory.
Ka bo yellow dominated the first half, with Brayan León scoring in the 37th and 41st minutes to give his team a two-goal lead. However, Patrick Maswanganyi pulled one back for Pirates in the 47th minute, immediately after the break.
Pirates pushed for an equaliser in the second half, but Sundowns held on to secure all three points.
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