[Watch] Helen Zille has a blast at the Soweto Derby

Despite public criticism and her team not securing a well-needed victory, Orlando Pirates fan Helen Zille thoroughly enjoyed her Soweto Derby experience. 

The DA’s Johannesburg Mayoral Candidate, sporting her new soccer jersey – mingled with fans ahead of the match.

The Buccaneers drew 1-1 against Kaizer Chiefs at the FB Stadium.

HELEN ZILLE BASKS IN SOWETO DERBY GLORY

On her social media pages, Helen Zille posted a video of herself in action at the Soweto Derby.

Sporting her new Orlando Pirates jersey, the 75-year-old posed with Buccaneer fans as they beamed for pictures. The DA stalwart watched the game at a tavern, where she again sipped on non-alcoholic beer.

Helen cheekily tagged ANC Secretary-General, Fikile Mbalula, who accused her of faking her support for the club, which he also supports.

On her Instagram Stories, Helen posted a clip of her facial expression after Kaizer Chiefs scored the match’s first goal. After her team equalised, she shared in another Story: “A win is a win at least”.

POLITICIANS WHO SUPPORT ORLANDO PIRATES

Helen Zille’s support of Orlando Pirates has become a bone of contention among South Africans, particularly fellow politicians, who support the same club.

Other Buccaneers fans include

• EFF’s Julius Malema
• ANC’s Fikile Mbalula
• BOSA’s Mmusi Maimane
• PA’s Kenny Kunene