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Abdeslam Ouaddou admits losing Mbekezeli Mbokazi is a big blow for Orlando Pirates
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou admits he will miss the talents of departing centre-back Mbekezeli Mbokazi but he doesn’t begrudge the player his move.
Relebohile Mofokeng named Orlando Pirates Player of the Month
Relebohile Mofokeng has scooped the Orlando Pirates Player of the Month for November and December.
Sifiso Luthuli return convinces Abdeslam Ouaddou Orlando Pirates are covered up front
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou believes the club no longer needs to dip into the January transfer market for a striker in January.
Makhehleni Makhaula determined to rediscover top form after injury setback
Orlando Pirates midfielder Makhehleni Makhaula has opened up about the challenge of regaining the form that earned him 2024/25 Midfielder of the Season award.
Abdeslam Ouaddou urges Orlando Pirates players to stay grounded after Carling Cup success
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has cautioned against complacency following his side’s 2-0 Carling Cup triumph against Carling All Stars.
Orlando Pirates’ Cemran Dansin reflects on award-winning strike against Mamelodi Sundowns
Orlando Pirates midfielder Cemran Dansin is still buzzing from the goal that earned him the latest Betway Premiership Goal of the Month award.
Beyond the Pitch: “After playing, I’ll send him a text or he’ll send me a text” – Former Orlando Pirates midfielder shares journey with rising star Emile Witbooi
Former Orlando Pirates midfielder Fortune Makaringe has opened up about the unique connection he has built with Cape Town City FC’s emerging talent, Emile Witbooi.
Patrick Maswanganyi shifts focus to Orlando Pirates after missing Bafana Bafana’s AFCON cut
Patrick Maswanganyi shifts focus to Orlando Pirates after missing Bafana Bafana’s AFCON cut
Olisa Ndah hails Orlando Pirates teammate Mbekezeli Mbokazi as SA’s best centre-back
Olisa Ndah hails Orlando Pirates teammate Mbekezeli Mbokazi as SA’s best centre-back.
Orlando Pirates: Abdeslam Ouaddou happy to feel the pressure of the Mighty Buccaneers
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has welcomed the intense pressure that came with the challenging early stages of his tenure, embracing the demands of leading the Soweto giants.
Sipho Chaine: Orlando Pirates will miss Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s ‘presence’
Sipho Chaine: Orlando Pirates will miss Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s ‘presence’
Orlando Pirates defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi promises not to disappoint as he bids farewell
Orlando Pirates defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi says he will not disappoint as he embarks on the next chapter of his career in the United States.
Oswin Appollis claims Orlando Pirates will not undermine Marumo Gallants in cup final
Orlando Pirates and Bafana Bafana in-form winger Oswin Appollis has pledged not to undermine Marumo Gallants ahead of their Carling Knockout Cup final on Saturday.
Andre de Jong set to join Orlando Pirates from Stellenbosch
Orlando Pirates have reportedly secured the services of Stellenbosch and New Zealand forward Andre de Jong ahead of the January transfer window.
Nkosinathi Sibisi: Orlando Pirates eager to clinch Carling Knockout Cup
Orlando Pirates captain Nkosinathi Sibisi says the club is highly motivated to lift their second trophy of the season, as they prepare to clash with Marumoi Gallants in the final of the Carling Knockout Cup.
Abdeslam Ouaddou refuses to be carried away by early success at Orlando Pirates
Abdeslam Ouaddou refuses to be carried away by early success at Orlando Pirates
Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s transfer to Chicago Fire confirmed
Orlando Pirates have officially confirmed the departure of defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi, who will move abroad after securing a move to MLS side Chicago Fire.
Orlando Pirates Latest News: Abdeslam Ouaddou warns of tough rivals despite top spot
Orlando Pirates coach Abdelsam Ouaddou says the Buccaneers are ready to compete for the Betway Premiership title — but insists the race will demand consistency.
AFCON 2025: Abdeslam Ouaddou hails Orlando Pirates stars in Bafana Bafana’s provisional squad
The inclusion of Buccaneers players marks a notable change in South African football dynamics, with Mamelodi Sundowns — traditionally the main supplier of national team talent — still firmly in the mix, contributing 10 call-ups to maintain their long-standing reputation for producing elite performers.
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou opens up on the rumoured departure of Mbekezeli Mbokazi
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou opens up on the rumoured departure of Mbekezeli Mbokazi
Orlando Pirates Football Club, often known as “The Buccaneers,” is a South African professional football club based in Orlando, Soweto. The club plays in the PSL and was founded in 1937 as Orlando Boys Club.
Orlando Pirates are the first club since the inception of the Premier Soccer League in 1996 to have won three major trophies in a single season back-to-back, having won the domestic league ABSA Premiership, the domestic cup Nedbank Cup, and the Top 8 Cup MTN8 during the ABSA Premiership 2010–11 season.
During the ABSA Premiership 2011–12 season, The Buccaneers went on another trophy haul lifting the domestic league ABSA Premiership, the League Cup Telkom Knockout, and the Top 8 Cup MTN 8.
They are one of only two South African teams with Mamelodi Sundowns to win the CAF Champions League, which they won in 1995 and were runners-up of the 2013 CAF Champions League.
They are also the runners-up of the 2015 and 2021–2022 CAF Confederations Cup.
In total Orlando Pirates have appeared in 4 Confederation of African Football finals, which is more continental finals than any other Premier Soccer League side.
Pirates have won 9 league titles and 37 trophies in total including 10 South African cup trophies.