Orlando Pirates defender Nkosinathi Sibisi has explained where it went wrong for the Houghton-based side in their 1-0 defeat to Muhsin Ertugral's Cape Town City in front of an expectant crowd on Wednesday.
Ezimnyama Ngenkani suffered only their second league defeat of the season as Darwin Gonzalez - who netted the winner against Kaizer Chiefs just three days prior - found the back of the net in the 76th minute.
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Before that, Pirates had created a plethora of scoring opportunities but failed to convert, including Patrick Maswanganyi hitting the woodwork after they were awarded a penalty in the second half.
Speaking to the club's media after the match, Sibisi lamented his side's missed chances.
"A very very difficult one to take," said the centre-back.
"They got, I think, a half-chance - because I think it took a deflection and it was in the back of our net.
"But I think the boys fought. We came with a game plan and executed it.
"We created a number of chances, but unfortunately in this game, if you don't take your chances, then you suffer the consequences," Sibisi reflected.
The loss means Pirates miss a chance to go level on points with log leaders Mamelodi Sundowns and possibly go top of the table.
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For now, they turn their attention to their CAF Champions League campaign, where they welcome CR Belouizdad on Sunday.
Kick-off is at 15:00.