Orlando Pirates extended their lead at the top of the Betway Premiership on Tuesday night, defeating TS Galaxy 2-0 at Mbombela Stadium.With Mamelodi Sundowns suffering a 1-0 defeat to Polokwane City on Sunday, Jose Riveiro's charges knew a win would open a four-point gap over the Brazilians.The Buccaneers quickly got on the front foot thanks to a goal from Thalente Mbatha in the 16th minute.
They extended their lead in the second half thanks to a thunderous shot from Relebohile Mofokeng from outside the box in the 72nd minute.Pirates are now on 18 points, with Sundowns, who play Cape Town City tomorrow evening, on 12 points.In the other games on Tuesday evening, Amazulu beat Chippa United 2-0, while Sekhukhune United, playing at home, saw off Richards Bay 2-0.