Orlando Pirates vs. Stellenbosch: 2025 MTN8 final lineups, starting 11, kickoff time, TV channel

by Mirror Editor · Published September 13, 2025 · Updated September 23, 2025

Orlando Pirates vs Stellenbosch MTN8 final 2025 details

Stellenbosch F.C. and Orlando Pirates F.C. are set for the 2025 MTN8 final showdown today (Saturday 13 September 2025.)

Mzansi Mirror gives you the details to follow this highly anticipated MTN8 Final showdown as Orlando Pirates and Stellenbosch clash in Mbombela.

South African Premiership sides Orlando Pirates and Stellenbosch are set for a high-stakes MTN8 final clash at the Mbombela Stadium on Saturday 13 September 2025.

While the Buccaneers are looking to defend the title again and become the only side that has won it four consecutive times, the Maroons are looking forward to clinching their first top-eight title.

To the reach the 2025 MTN8 final, Stellenbosch Football Club, they secured a narrow 3-2 victory over AmaZulu Football Club in the quarter-final courtesy of a late strike by Langelihle Phili. In the semi-final, the Stellies had a rather easy outing as they defeated Sekhukhune United 2-0 in the first leg before a 3-1 win in the return leg action.

For Orlando Pirates, they defeated Polokwane City 2-0 in the quarter-final before a determined display gave them victory over Mamelodi Sundowns in the two-legged semi-final.

As both sides eye history, Mzansi Mirror brings you all the details you need to know about how to watch the match between Orlando Pirates and Stellenbosch, including TV channels, streaming options, team news, predicted lineups, and more.

Kick-off time

Game:	Orlando Pirates vs Stellenbosch FC
Date:	Saturday 13 September 2025
Kick-off:	7 P.M.
Venue:	Mbombela Stadium in Mbombela, Mpumalanga

How to watch Orlando Pirates vs Stellenbosch today

Online Streaming	TV Channel
– DStv.com – DStv Now App	– SuperSport PSL Channel 202 – SABC 2

Orlando Pirates F.C. news and squad

Abdeslam Ouaddou, who recently got involved in a road incident, is set to lead his charges as he also eyes his first trophy with the Sea Robbers.

The former Marumo Gallants head coach has been boosted by the return of attacking midfielder Patrick Maswanganyi, who has been training after recovering from an injury.

Maswanganyi got injured during the match against Chippa United, and this made him miss the Bafana Bafana World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Nigeria.

There is more positive news for Bucs given that the experienced duo of defender Nkosinathi Sibisi and midfielder Makhehleni Makhaula have also recovered.

Orlando Pirates Starting 11:

Sipho Chaine
Thabiso Lebitso
Lebone Seema
Mbekezeli Mbokazi
Deon Hotto
Sihle Nduli
Kamogelo Sebelebele
Thalente Mbatha
Sipho Mbule
Relebohile Mofokeng
Evidence Makgopa

Substitutes: Melusi Buthelezi, Nkosinathi Sibisi, Nkosikhona Ndaba, Masindi Nemtajela, Cemran Dansin, Abdoulaye Mariko, Oswin Appollis, Tshepang Moremi, Tshegofatso Mabasa

Stellenbosch F.C. news and squad

For Stellenbosch, much highlight is expected to be on their new defender, signed just before the MTN8 final.

The Maroons completed the signing of 27-year-old Azerbaijani defender, Turan Manafov, who could be among Steve Barker’s options at Mbombela Stadium.

Stellenbosch F.C. Starting 11: Sage Stephens, Kazie Godswill, Thabo Moloisane, Henri Stanic, Unathi Omega Mdaka, Mthetheleli Mthiyane, Genino Palace, Devin Titus, Andre De Jong, Sanele Barns, Lehlogonolo Mojela.

Head-to-head and recent form

Pirates are a resurgent side; after a faulty start to the new league season, where they lost two of their first games, the Soweto Giants are on a three-match winning streak.

Stellies, on the other hand, have managed one win, one draw, and three losses and are 13th in the league.

Head-to-head record

Date	Match	Competition
20 August 2025	Orlando Pirates 1 – 0 Stellenbosch	PSL
11 March 2025	Stellenbosch 0 – 0 Orlando Pirates	PSL
01 December 2024	Orlando Pirates 0 – 1 Stellenbosch	PSL
05 October 2024	Orlando Pirates 3 – 1 Stellenbosch	MTN8
29 December 2023	Orlando Pirates 2 – 3 Stellenbosch	PSL