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Orlando Pirates have spent the past three seasons collecting trophies: three MTN8 titles and two Nedbank Cups. But when it comes to the Betway Premiership, Mamelodi Sundowns have simply been a different beast as the Buccaneers came second best in three seasons on the trot. In the 2022/23 season, it was 70 points to 54….
Former Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro is back in the country. The Spanish coach touched down in South Africa as part of a Carling marketing initiative ahead of the Knockout final. His former side are due to face Marumo Gallants on 06 December in this season’s final. Jose Riveiro guarantees his loyalty to Orlando Pirates…
Former Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro has revealed why he’s returned to South Africa. The 50-year-old was the reason behind Orlando Pirates’ resurgence three years ago when he won five trophies with the Soweto giants. He left his post in May to join Egyptian giants Al Ahly; however, things did not work out in…
Sipho Mbule should begin rooming with Themba Zwane, says former Orlando Pirates skipper Benson Mhlongo. As Bafana Bafana edge closer to announcing their final AFCON 2025 squad, one of the biggest talking points remains the uncertain fitness of Themba Zwane. ORLANDO PIRATES STAR SIPHO MBULE TIPPED AS THE BEST REPLACEMENT FOR THEMBA ZWANE Questions around…
A former Orlando Pirates player has been released by Motsepe Foundation Championship side Baroka FC. Baroka have been struggling in the second tier this season. They sit rock bottom of the log standings after 11 games. The club have since taken some drastic measures to try and keep their second-tier status alive. Here’s all the…
Orlando Pirates have no less than nine players in the current Bafana Bafana squad to face Zambia on Saturday, 15 November at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. For coach Abdeslam Ouaddou, it’s no surprise that the Buccaneers are leading the way again. ORLANDO PIRATES PLAYERS CENTRAL TO BAFANA BAFANA The Moroccan-born tactician believes the Sea…
Kaizer Chiefs may be looking more formidable this season, but Junior Khanye is not exactly sold yet. The popular YouTube pundit believes Amakhosi are on a better path compared to last season, yet he still sees major gaps when comparing them with Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns. JUNIOR KHANYE RATES KAIZER CHIEFS “Comparing to last…
Orlando Pirates have finally welcomed superstar Relebohile Mofokeng back from injury. Mofokeng missed over one month of action for the Buccaneers. In total, the club fan-favourite has already missed 10 games for his side so far this season. The good news however is that he’s back and looking as sharp as ever. Now, Orlando Pirates…
As reported here on The South African website, Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou was named the best coach in the Betway Premiership for September and October. Under Ouaddou, Pirates played three league matches and won all three: 1-0 over Siwelele FC on 23 September at the Toyota Stadium, 2-0 over TS Galaxy on 30 September…
Orlando Pirates have dislodged Kaizer Chiefs to move into second place after a 3-1 win over Golden Arrows at the King Zwelithini Stadium. The deadlock was broken by an own goal from Arrows skipper Ayanda Jiyane in the 23rd minute. Abafana Bes’thende‘s Thokozani Khumalo found the leveller in the 73rd minute before the Buccaneers’ substitute…