Kaizer Chiefs have leapfrog Orlando Pirates on the Betway Premiership standings after defeating Marumo Gallants at the Dr Molemela Stadium on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. A second half goal from Glody Lilepo gave the Glamour Boys the deserved win over the home side as they move to second on the log. It's Amakhosi third win in 2026 after back-to-back wins against Lamontville Golden Arrows in the Betway Premiership and ZESCO United in the CAF Confederation Cup. Kaizer Chiefs defeat Marumo GallantsPaseko Mako, Thabiso Monyane, Nkosingiphile Ngcobo and Asanele Velebayi were restored to Kaizer Chiefs’ starting XI after the victory over ZESCO United on Sunday, while Miguel Inacio, Dillan Solomons, Mfundo Vilakazi and Siphesihle Ndlovu were relegated to the substitutes’ bench. Marumo Gallants were content to concede possession to the Soweto-based side and defended comfortably around their penalty area, though their play broke down at times due to poor choices when they moved into Chiefs’ territory.