Orlando Pirates beat Marumo Gallants 3-0 to extend their lead at the top of the Betway Premiership ahead of their clash against Mamelodi Sundowns

Yanela Mbuthuma, Patrick Maswanganyi and Relebohile Mofokeng scored for Orlando Pirates at Orlando Amstel Arena to extend their lead on top of the Betway Premiership standings.

The Sea Robbers beat Marumo Gallants to go on 38 points with a match more than Mamelodi Sundowns who are on the second spot.

Pirates have played 16 matches which is a game more than Sundowns.

This win against Marumo Gallants makes interesting the top of the table clash on Tuesday at FNB Stadium where Pirates will host Sundowns.

Also Sundowns’ win over MC Alger today will also have positive effect on their preparations for the clash against Pirates.

Relebohile Mofokeng was again the star of this game with some scintillating moves and impact.

He created the first goal for Mbuthuma and also netted with Maswanganyi also seeming to be regaining his classy form.

Against Sundowns on Tuesday night, Pirates will be depending on the trio to keep Sundowns at bay.