Orlando Pirates’ players and management cut dejected figures as Craig Martin’s goal saw them play out to a 2-2 draw in Cape Town on Saturday.
While Mamelodi Sundowns also suffered a setback of their own in the Caf Champions League at the hands of Wydad Casablanca, the result was certainly felt at the full-time whistle at the Lucas Moripe Stadium.
The result in Cape Town would have been enough to wash off some of Sundowns' sorrows that were felt.
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Nonetheless, Sundowns are now perhaps in an advantageous position as they have a game in hand and should they overcome Golden Arrows on Tuesday, they would put the Tshwane giants in a position to retain their title.