The wait is over. Today, football fans turn their eyes to Mpumalanga as Orlando Pirates and Stellenbosch FC meet in the 2025 MTN8 Final at the Mbombela Stadium. Kick-off is at 18:00 CAT.
Fixture 📅
Orlando Pirates 🏴☠️ vs Stellenbosch FC 🍇
📍 Mbombela Stadium
🕕 18:00 CAT
🏆 MTN8 Final 2025
Pirates Chasing History
The Buccaneers enter this clash with a golden opportunity – to become the first club to win the MTN8 four times in a row. Having already brushed aside Polokwane City in the quarters and survived a penalty shootout against Mamelodi Sundowns in the semis, Pirates arrive in Mbombela with momentum and experience on their side.
Stellies Out for Redemption
For Stellenbosch, this is about more than a trophy – it’s a chance to right last year’s wrong. They return to the MTN8 Final for a second straight season after defeating AmaZulu and overcoming Sekhukhune United over two legs. Steve Barker’s side has grown in confidence and will be desperate to finally lift their first MTN8 crown.
All Eyes on Mbombela
With both sides boasting attacking threats and organised backlines, fans can expect a tight contest full of intensity. Pirates’ pedigree meets Stellies’ hunger – and only one will be crowned champions tonight.
The atmosphere in Mbombela will be electric, the stakes are sky-high, and South African football fans are in for a spectacular night under the lights.
It’s match day. Pirates or Stellies – who will write their name in MTN8 history? ⚽🔥
