Pirates make it four out of four

PREMIERSHIP: JUST TOO GOOD FOR SUPERSPORT UNITED

- Jonty Mark

Evidence Makgopa's early goal and Deon Hotto's stoppage-time strike were enough for Orlando Pirates to beat SuperSport United 2-0 in the Betway Premiership at Orlando Stadium yesterday evening.

Jose Riveiro's Buccaneers bounced back from their shock Carling Knockout loss to Magesi FC to make it four league wins out of four to start the season.

Pirates wasted several other opportunities to add to their tally but SuperSport were not able to capitalise, as their woes in front of goal this season continue. Gavin Hunt's side had their moments, but have now scored just twice in seven games in all competitions.

Riveiro rang the changes from Saturday's cup defeat, including starting Makgopa ahead of Tshegofatso Mabasa in attack.