Overview
- Orlando Pirates beat lower‑league Milford FC 3-0 to reach the Carling Knockout quarterfinals on Tuesday, October 27, 2026.
- Thapelo Mokobodi opened the scoring in the 15th minute after a through pass from Tshepang Moremi, and Moremi completed a two‑goal brace with finishes in the 34th minute and just before half‑time.
- Key assists came from Thalente Mbatha for Moremi’s first and substitute Mpho Padime for his second after Padime replaced the injured Ghampani Lungu in the first half.
- Pirates controlled the second half, making multiple substitutions after the hour to manage players' minutes and limit Milford to few chances, with Thobani Bhengu missing a close effort in the 79th minute.
- The win keeps the defending champions on course in the domestic cup while they balance CAF Champions League commitments and prepare for the high‑profile Soweto derby, which Kaizer Chiefs also reached after their own cup win.